Analytical Chemist at the Total Defence Research Institute (FOI)

The Total Defence Research Institute (FOI) is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defense and security to support Sweden's military and civil defense. The research spans several areas, including underwater, cyber defense, space, electronic warfare, sensor systems, civil defense, CBRNe (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive substances), military platforms including weapons and protection, as well as security policy analysis. FOI's research plays a key role in building Sweden's defense capability.

Do you want to use your skills to make a real difference in an international laboratory? Do you want to apply your knowledge in laboratory tasks related to analysis and data for our assignment operations? We offer a work-life balance, a developing work environment, and a socially important job!

About the Position

As an analytical chemist with us, you will work independently and in teams with laboratory tasks related to the analysis of primarily organic chemical substances, but analysis of bio-organic substances or complexes may also occur. You will prepare samples, analyze, and produce data for our research and assignment operations. You are well acquainted with basic analytical techniques such as LC/MS and GC/MS. Parts of the operations are accredited according to ISO 17025, which imposes high demands regarding quality assurance, traceability, and documentation.

About the Unit

The Department of CBRN Protection and Security has a broad interdisciplinary competence in areas such as analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, and toxicology, with a focus on CBRN issues.

The chemical analysis laboratory is part of a network for the verification of chemical weapons, where international assignments occur. Another area where we can support clients is, for example, the Armed Forces and civil authorities in assessments of threats and risks associated with the presence of hazardous substances in, for example, the environment and drinking water.

You will be part of the unit for chemical substances belonging to the Department of CBRN Protection and Security. Please read more about what we do: CBRN Protection and Security (https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html)

Do You Have the Competence Profile We Need?

Requirements

We are looking for someone who has:

• A Master's degree in chemistry or equivalent, such as an engineering degree that we assess as equivalent for the position
• Documented knowledge and current experience of LC/MS and/or GC/MS
• Current knowledge and experience in laboratory chemical analysis work through work experience or studies within the last 3 years
• Good knowledge of Swedish and English in both spoken and written form

You are a quality-conscious and results-oriented person who works in a structured manner, independently, and takes responsibility for your tasks. You plan and prioritize effectively, drive your processes forward, and adapt when conditions change. At the same time, you have good collaboration skills, are attentive, and share knowledge with others. You are secure and stable and ensure that the work is of high quality with precision. We place great importance on your personal qualities!

What Do We Offer You?

FOI offers a unique workplace where you have the opportunity to work on what is important for both total defense and society as a whole. FOI is a government agency under the Ministry of Defense and is one of Europe's leading research institutes in defense and security.

The position is a permanent employment that may begin with a six-month probationary period.

We consciously work for a good work environment with a good balance between work and private life. In addition, we offer a range of benefits. Read more about what it is like to work with us: Work with us (https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html)

Do you want to help find answers for a safer world?

Welcome with your application in the form of a CV and cover letter via the application button no later than 2026-03-12!

For more information about the position, please contact Area Manager Per Lind. Union representatives are Sofia Jonasson (Saco-S) and Petrus Hemström (OFR/S – ST). All can be reached at 08-555 030 00.

As the position is classified, Swedish citizenship is required. A security review with a background check will be conducted before employment according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585). Before the security review, the final candidate who is relevant for the position will need to submit certified copies of the educational/degree certificates and employment certificates that substantiate the knowledge and experience relevant to the position.

FOI is an authority, meaning that submitted application documents become public documents that can be disclosed to third parties upon request according to the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act.

Offers from recruitment companies are declined.