The Company
Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.
The Position
Lab Technician (m/f/d) - ITC Austria
Job Summary
Lab Technician (m/f/d) - Join an Innovative Research Center!
Location: Villach, Austria
Full Time, Permanent
Do you love laboratory work, analytical thinking, and high-tech materials? Then you’ve come to the right place! The Imerys Technology Center (ITC) Austria in Villach is a leading research center for innovative materials and technologies in the abrasive and advanced ceramics industries. For over 20 years, our team of 35 experts has been driving international projects forward - now we’re looking for YOU!

Your Responsibilities - Exciting & Diverse:

• Conduct laboratory analyses to support R&D projects
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment
• Document and evaluate experimental data as well as manage and analyze data in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System)
• Collaborate closely with engineers, other technicians as well as apprentices, to develop new materials
• Ensure compliance with safety standards & maintain laboratory order

Your Profile - What You Bring:

• Technical education or degree in chemistry, materials science, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in industry or research
• Proficiency in a wide field of laboratory equipment & analytical methods (XRD, XRF, microscopy, etc.)
• Experience with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System)
• Accuracy, organizational skills & team spirit
• Hands-on mentality & interest in technical challenges
• Ability to work independently as well as in small teams
• Strong proficiency in both English and German (spoken & written)

Why Join Imerys Technology Center Austria?
We offer a professional career by world leader in mineral specialties for industry, with competitive yearly salary starting at 51.800 EUR EUR gross.
The employment is in accordance with the collective salary and wage agreement for employees of the Chemical industry. We offer a higher compensation depending on your expertise and skills.

Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.

• Home Office
• Flexible Working Time
• Reimbursement Of Transportation Costs
• Parking Spaces & Connection To Public Transport
• Collective Accident Insurance & Life Insurance
• Diverse Team
• Company Doctor
• Company Canteen
• International Environment
• Employee Discounts
• Cutting-Edge Technology
• Comprehensive Education & Training Opportunities

Apply Now & Shape the Future!
Imerys Technology Center (ITC) Austria values diversity & equal opportunities - we look forward to meeting you!

• Conduct laboratory analyses to support R&D projects
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment
• Document and evaluate experimental data as well as manage and analyze data in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System)
• Collaborate closely with engineers, other technicians as well as apprentices, to develop new materials
• Ensure compliance with safety standards & maintain laboratory orde