Water Quality Analyst (Intern)

12 Months, 100% Workload

Oxyle is an award-winning Swiss clean-tech startup, founded in 2020 to solve one of the most pressing environmental and public health challenges of our time. Our mission is to restore and protect our bodies of water from PFAS, down to the last drop. PFAS, often referred to as Forever Chemicals, are a group of more than 10,000 persistent and toxic man-made substances polluting our water, soils, and food. Our breakthrough destruction technology permanently degrades challenging PFAS compounds from wastewater. No two wastewaters are alike, so our solutions aren’t either. We design complete treatment systems by integrating our core technology with tailored approaches to ensure optimal performance. 

We're a team of driven, curious minds from all around the world, brought together by this shared purpose.

The opportunity

Oxyle’s Analytics team plays a key role in sustaining and advancing the analytical capabilities for broad-scope PFAS analysis. The team focus is to provide valuable insights for development of Oxyle’s water treatment technology, develop new and refine existing methods for micropollutant and water composition analysis.

We are seeking a highly motivated Water Quality Analyst (Intern) to join the Analytics team. In this role, you will assist with routine sample analysis and executing advanced analytical process as well as contribute to organization and management of a high-paced Analytical Lab. This position offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of learning cutting-edge analytical instrumentation and developing new solutions for analysis of micropollutants in water.

Will you join us in protecting the future of our waters?

Your key responsibilties

• Learn and perform established trace-level analyses using state-of-the-art LC-MS instrumentation.
• Execute and refine our internal methodologies for routine analysis of water quality parameters (photometry, sensor measurements, total organic carbon).
• Support our R&D team with preparation of crucial stock solutions and analytical standards.
• Foster a culture of cleanliness and orderliness at workspaces and analytical equipment.
• Streamline the laboratory workflows and adopt responsibility for the individual tasks.
• Data analysis, presentation, and reporting of technical results.

What you need to bring to the role

• HF (Höhere Fachschule), B.Sc. or M.Sc.(Uni) with background in chemistry, chemical technology or environmental sciences.
• At least half a year of practical experience with chromatography instrument methods of analysis (e.g. Liquid Chromatography with Mass Spectrometry).
• Basic understanding of chemical principles and fundamentals of analytical chemistry.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in performing tasks.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• A Swiss working permit or eligibility to work in Switzerland.

Your mindset

• Analytical and systematic way of thinking and working.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Impact-driven person with passion for innovation.
• Adept at managing high-paced work demands and project deadlines.
• Excited about working in a dynamic and challenging start-up environment.

What we offer

• 25 days paid holidays and Winter Recharger.
• Public transport subsidies.
• Generous retirement plan.
• Flexible and trust-based working hours.
• Team events and team-building activities throughout the year.
• Entrepreneurial company with a non-hierarchical mindset.
• A passionate and international team where you can move the needle to create a sustainable impact.
• An open work culture where your inputs, individuality, and concerns are always taken into consideration.
• High exposure and direct working with senior management.
• A welcoming workplace with people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
• Opportunities to develop valuable soft skills.
• Enjoy a variety of cozy spaces to relax, along with regular after-work hangouts to unwind and connect with colleagues.