Chemical laboratory technician

What does an apprenticeship as a laboratory technician – chemistry orientation at UNIL entail?

The chemistry-oriented laboratory technician apprenticeship provides an opportunity to become familiar with a number of laboratory techniques, including the preparation, analysis, synthesis or isolation of substances.

The apprentice will learn how to plan the various stages of an experiment, prepare and maintain the equipment, carry out preparatory work and carry out the tests;He or she will learn how to prepare and maintain the equipment, carry out tests, monitor the progress and results of these tests and, more generally, monitor the progress of the experiments. He or she will also learn how to use the IT tools used to process the data obtained, write reports on the experiments carried out and present the results obtained.

Why do an apprenticeship as a laboratory technician – chemistry orientation at UNIL?

Training as a laboratory technician·ne in chemistry à l’UNIL allows you to work within the School of Criminal Sciences, at the cutting edge of research. You will be surrounded by researchers who are specialists recognised for their extensive work in this field. You will carry out a variety of activities in a multicultural and stimulating environment.

In order to complete this apprenticeship, you will need a good knowledge of maths, biology and chemistry, as well as the ability to be meticulous. It is also important to enjoy working as part of a team, and to be curious by nature.

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