Junior Lab Technician at Radonova

Radonova continues to grow and is now looking for you who want to develop in the role of Junior Lab Technician. Here you will be part of a world-leading laboratory where you will work with advanced technology and analyses, an exciting and meaningful job where your efforts actually contribute to protecting both people and the environment. The role suits you who are meticulous, curious, and want to grow in a high-tech future industry. Knowledge of languages such as German, French, or Spanish is highly meritorious, as it facilitates collaboration with colleagues in various international units and allows you to contribute even more to the team. We look forward to your application!

ABOUT THE POSITION

Radonova started in 1986 as a small research group of four people, in the shadow of the Chernobyl disaster. Today, the company is a global leader in radon measurement, with customers in over 80 countries and offices around the world. From high-tech production and advanced analysis to research, support, and digital solutions. Radonova offers radon measurement for everything from homes and workplaces to larger facilities and land areas, thereby making a concrete difference for people's health worldwide.

As a Junior Lab Technician at Radonova, you will be part of a cutting-edge high-tech laboratory, where you will work with the analysis of radon and cesium samples, review measurement results, and contribute to reporting and quality assurance according to well-established standards. You will be part of an experienced and dedicated team that together ensures reliable analyses and high quality at every step. The tasks vary with the season; during peak season, the focus is on radon analysis at a fast pace, while the low season offers more in-depth documentation work and projects that develop both you and the business. The role suits you who are meticulous, proactive, and curious about environmental and radiation protection work, and who thrive in a technically advanced and meaningful work environment. You will work at Radonova's newly renovated headquarters in Uppsala, where you will have around 25 knowledgeable colleagues who share your commitment to quality and sustainability.

This is a direct recruitment, which means that you will be employed directly by Radonova. Academic Work is responsible for the entire recruitment process and is there to support you from application to employment.

You are offered

Good development opportunities with a world-leading and innovative organization
A culture characterized by cohesion and a great atmosphere
The chance to contribute to meaningful work that protects both people and the environment

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Tasks

As a Junior Lab Technician, you will have a varied everyday life where you will:

Work with the analysis of radon and cesium
Handle incoming measuring equipment (radon detectors) and review results
Prepare reports and documentation
Have some customer contact, often via email
Perform daily checks and ensure the operation of measuring instruments
Contribute to exciting projects, e.g., cesium measurement in food
Be an internal resource for technical questions from customer service

WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU WHO

Has a post-secondary education in chemistry, physics, biology, or similar
Is looking for your first job after studies and wants to grow together with Radonova
Has very good computer skills and finds it easy to understand new technical systems
Is very comfortable with Excel and other programs within Office 365
Has a self-learning attitude with a strong desire to further develop within digital tools
Is curious about new technologies and has the ability to work modernly, for example, by using AI tools for idea development and work efficiency
Is very comfortable with Swedish and English in both speech and writing as it is required to perform the job

It is very meritorious if you:

Are very comfortable with German, French, or Spanish in both speech and writing

And most importantly, your personality:

Social and collaborative – easily creates contact with others and enjoys working in a team
Proactive and solution-oriented – works independently and drives the work forward by identifying and solving problems
Adaptable and curious – easily absorbs new knowledge and handles changes positively

Other Information

Start: According to agreement
Scope: Full-time, office hours
Location: Fyrislund, Uppsala

Our Recruitment Process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work, and our client's request is that all questions regarding the position be sent to Academic Work.

We apply ongoing selection and will remove the ad when enough candidates have reached the final stages of the recruitment process. When applying, a CV is requested. A cover letter is not used as a selection method and therefore does not need to be attached. The recruitment process includes two selection tests: a personality test and a cognitive ability test. The tests are a tool to find the candidate with the highest potential for the position and to promote equality, diversity, and a fair recruitment process.