Apprentice Animal Caretaker EFZ, Specialization Laboratory Animals

Job ID REQ-10084421 Jul 23, 2026 Switzerland Available in: English Summary ### Animal caretakers work in the pharmaceutical industry predominantly with small mammals such as mice, rats, guinea pigs and rabbits. They care for the animals and ensure their well-being. They often also look after breeding and sometimes assist in the treatment of animals in research. About the Role ### Apprenticeship duration: • 3 years   Schooling requirements:   • Sekundarschule A and E or Mittlere Reife (D)   Languages:   • German and English   Attractive salary: • 1st year of apprenticeship: CHF 850 per month • 2nd year of apprenticeship: CHF 1-050 per month • 3rd year of apprenticeship: CHF 1-400 per month Vacation: • 27 days per year (5 weeks and 2 days) Cost coverage: • CHF 530 for public transport in Northwest Switzerland per year • CHF 600 for Bring Your Own Device • School books • Work clothes (if required) Fitness subscription: • Discounted fitness subscription (Basel/Stein) Reka credit: • Apprentices also have the opportunity to purchase Reka credit Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients- lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture Benefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we-ll help you thrive personally and professionally. Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB) Division People & Organization Business Unit Other Location Switzerland Site Basel (City) Company / Legal Entity C028 (FCRS = CH028) Novartis Pharma AG Functional Area Others Job Type Full time Employment Type Early Career (Fixed Term) Shift Work No Others People & Organization Switzerland Job ID REQ-10084421 Apprentice Animal Caretaker EFZ, Specialization Laboratory Animals ### Apply to Job (link is external)