Apprenticeship as Laboratory Technician (Chemistry) 2027

About the role

Join Ivoclar Vivadent AG as a Laboratory Technician apprentice and explore the fascinating world of chemistry within the dental industry. Over three years you will contribute to the development of modern dental products while gaining hands‑on experience across multiple specialist areas.

Key responsibilities

• Gain insights into various specialist areas and actively participate in projects.
• Perform classic laboratory tasks such as synthesising, calculating, separating and purifying substance mixtures.
• Analyse, test and document experimental results.
• Prepare structured documentation, evaluate data and create reports or presentations.
• Collaborate with chemists, physicists and engineers to develop innovative solutions.

Required profile

• Completed compulsory schooling with excellent grades in science subjects (Sekundarschule (CH) or Realschule (FL)).
• Strong interest in chemistry, natural sciences and technology.
• Precision‑oriented work style and enjoyment of detailed, accurate tasks.
• Initiative to tackle tasks independently and develop solutions.
• Creativity to explore new approaches in a laboratory environment.

Required skills

• Laboratory synthesis techniques.
• Chemical separation and purification methods.
• Analytical testing and data documentation.

What we offer

• A three‑year apprenticeship leading to professional competence in chemistry.
• Versatile training programme with exposure to multiple specialist areas.
• Central role in the development of modern dental products.
• Active involvement in projects throughout the apprenticeship.
• Supportive work environment with close collaboration between chemists, physicists and engineers.