What does a Toxicologist do?

You study how toxic substances are to humans and the environment.

How much does a Toxicologist earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 80'000, mid ~CHF CHF 110'000 per year (approximate).

Toxicologist

Health & Medicine

Toxicologists investigate the harmful effects of chemical substances on living organisms and the environment. They assess risks of chemicals, medications, and environmental toxins, and prepare expert reports for authorities and industry. Their work is crucial for health and environmental protection.

Entry

~CHF 80'000

CHF 6'667/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 110'000

CHF 9'167/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 145'000

CHF 12'083/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity / ETH

Duration72 months

Your path to Toxicologist

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Secondary School

You are here

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High School4 years

Baccalaureate

📊 Grade average ~5.0 for admission (varies by canton)

Long-track (from grade 6)Short-track (from grade 8/9)Apprenticeship + BMS + Passerelle

University / ETH3 years

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree1.5–2 years

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Career Start

Master's degree

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Starting salary: CHF 80'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics8/10

🔬 Science10/10

💻 IT6/10

🔧 Manual4/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10

🎨 Creativity6/10

🤝 Social Contact5/10

💪 Physical Demands2/10

📈 Career Growth7/10

🔮 Future Outlook9/10

🔥 Demand (current)3/10

✨ AI Risk3/10

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