Chemist (Analytical)

**Chemist (Analytical)**

**About Seprify AG**

**About the opportunity**

**You will focus on**:
(i) performing routine chemical analyses of our products,

(ii) assisting with scalable chemical reactions, as well as

(iii) developing quality control measures.

You will work closely within our Materials and Process Chemistry Team and report to Seprify’s Chief Technology Officer.

**In this role, you take responsibility for the following tasks**:

- Be able to obtain (ISO or ASTM or specific industry) standards to conduct relevant tests,
- Perform routine chemical and physical analyses, such as: Conductometric titrations, degree of polymerisation, thermogravimetric analysis, particle size measurement using laser diffraction techniques, colour measurements using spectrophotometry, pH and conductivity evaluations,
- Write Standard Operational Procedures (SOP) and establish quality control protocols,
- Assist in conducting small-scale chemical reactions and scaling up reactions as needed,
- Be a trusted safety associate, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and

procedures at Seprify’s operations,
- Grow personnel responsibility with the growth of the team.

**What you need to be successful**:

- A university degree (BSc, MSc) in Chemistry, Material Science, Forensic Science, or Food Science,
- At least 2 years experience in a relevant QC, chemical lab or pilot plant environment,
- Have extensive safety knowledge handling acids, bases, solvents at high concentrations, and conducting reactions at small and large scales,
- Knowledge and experience in wet chemistry and chemical processing,
- Extensive experience in the ability to operate laboratory equipment,
- Rigorous attention to detail in experimental execution,
- Ability to clearly document and execute complex experiments,
- Ability and experience to work under pressure to meet deadlines,
- A team player, independent, self-motivated, curious, resilient, adaptable, and able to handle the fast pace of a Startup while being focused on assigned tasks,
- A positive attitude and openness to learn and engage in constructive discussions,
- Knowledge of ISO standards is an advantage.

**What’s in it for you**:

- Hands-on chemical processing experience from process development to commercial

development in an award-winning Swiss Start-up company,
- A permanent position with growth opportunities in the chemical and materials sector,
- Working on an impact driven chemical production strategy,
- A topic which receives strong attention in society and economy,
- An interdisciplinary team and environment that allows broadening your knowledge and skills.

At Seprify, we offer excellent working conditions, including a supportive and collaborative work environment within a multicultural team. Additionally, you will receive 5 weeks of paid holidays and benefits that exceed the minimum requirements as part of our comprehensive benefits package.

**Job Types**: 100%, Permanent

Pay: From CHF60’000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person