Physics Laboratory Technician Training in Jena at JBZ

Technical profession between research and practice

Physics Laboratory Technician: Scientific work in a technical environment

Physics laboratory technicians work where new discoveries are made. They examine materials, systems, and physical processes using modern measurement and experimental technology. In laboratories in industry, research, and development, they conduct experiments, evaluate measurement results, and thus make an important contribution to product and process development.

During your training, you will learn to plan experimental setups, operate measuring instruments, conduct measurement series, and document results professionally. You work precisely, systematically, and technically—always with the goal of making physical relationships measurable and comprehensible.

Physics Laboratory Technician

Physics laboratory technicians combine practical laboratory work with analytical thinking. They accompany experiments from preparation to evaluation and ensure reliable measurement results.

Experimental Setup & Apparatus

You set up measurement and experimental systems, adjust fixtures and components, and maintain laboratory equipment.

Measurements & Experiments

You conduct physical measurements, e.g., of temperature, pressure, current, voltage, or magnetic fields.

Evaluation & Analysis

You evaluate measurement results, analyze relationships, and prepare data using tables, diagrams, and software.

General information about the training

Here you will find the most important key data on training as a physics laboratory technician clearly summarized. This includes the duration of training, the vocational school location, practical training, and the recognized qualification from the Chamber of Industry and Commerce.

Training duration

3.5 years

Vocational school

State Vocational Training Center Jena-Göschwitz

Practical training

In the training company and at the Jena Training Center (JBZ)

Qualification

Examination before the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK)

Further information

Training content

On the path to becoming a skilled worker, a broad spectrum of scientific topics and practical, technical tasks awaits. With perseverance, care, and independence, one moves closer to the goal of becoming a universally deployable laboratory worker who is capable of recording independently prepared measurement series, handling measurement apparatus, and writing and interpreting protocols. In order to then present meaningful results, statistics and data evaluation programs are also addressed. In the end, the physics laboratory technician contributes to developing new processes or products, optimizing existing ones, or gaining new insights.

Entry requirements

Good secondary school certificate or high school diploma
good knowledge of physics, mathematics, chemistry, and information technology
quality and environmental awareness
concentration and perseverance

Career opportunities

Industries of all sizes that operate in the scientific-technical field require physics laboratory technicians. These are often companies in production or research. The public sector also offers employment opportunities, for example in positions at universities or research institutions.

"Physics laboratory technicians make invisible phenomena measurable and transform theory into precise data and experimental reality."

- Nico Strobel, Trainer for Physics Laboratory Technicians

Career prospects after training

After training, physics laboratory technicians have diverse professional opportunities. They work wherever physical measurement, testing, and experimental technology is used—such as in industrial companies, research institutions, or development departments. Physics laboratory technicians support engineers and scientists in conducting experiments, evaluating measurement results, and further developing products, materials, and technical processes.

Industry & Development

Research & Institutes

Further training & specialization

5 questions to check your career fit

Answer these questions for yourself. If you say “yes” internally to several points, training as a physics laboratory technician could be exactly right for you—and a really exciting entry into a high-tech world.

Are you fascinated by the world of experiments and research?

Physics laboratory technicians conduct experiments, develop measurement methods, and support scientists. Would it appeal to you to actively participate in research?

Do you enjoy working with modern technology and precision instruments?

You use highly sensitive measuring instruments, lasers, spectrometers, or even particle accelerators. Are you comfortable working with high-tech equipment?

Are you looking for a profession that combines theory and practice?

Physics laboratory technicians apply physical laws practically—from optics to electricity to materials research. Would you enjoy this combination?

Does the prospect of working in forward-looking fields motivate you?

Whether medical technology, optics, or aerospace—physics laboratory technicians are in demand everywhere. Would it make you proud to be part of such projects?

Do you enjoy working carefully and precisely?

Precision counts in physics. Would it suit you to perform exact measurements and reliably document results?

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