Head of Research Unit Forest and Soil Ecology 90-100% (f/m/d)

Eidgenössische Forschungsanstalt für Wald, Schnee und Landschaft WSL; Birmensdorf (ZH), Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 80’000 - 120’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Research Unit in Forest and Soil Ecology. This pivotal role involves leading a dynamic team of researchers and managing impactful projects in forest and soil science. The ideal candidate will have a strong publication record, extensive experience in research leadership, and a commitment to fostering collaboration across diverse fields. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape research initiatives that address environmental challenges while promoting inclusivity and diversity within the team. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to sustainable practices and scientific excellence.

Qualifikationen

• Advanced stage of scientific career with experience in leading research teams.
• Strong record as a Principal Investigator with an outstanding publication portfolio.

Aufgaben

• Lead and inspire an internationally recognized Research Unit.
• Engage with key forest authorities and optimize knowledge transfer.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Forest Ecology

Soil Processes

Tree Functions

Project Management

Ausbildung

PhD in Ecology or related field

Jobbeschreibung

The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL is part of the ETH Domain. Approximately 600 people work on the sustainable use and protection of the environment and on the handling of natural hazards.

Head of Research Unit Forest and Soil Ecology 90-100% (f/m/d)

Due to retirement, WSL invites for applications for the position as

You will lead and inspire an internationally recognized Research Unit comprising seven well-established, strong Research Groups and approximately 100 collaborators from around 20 countries. As a distinguished ecologist, you will play an important role in national and international projects focusing on forest or soil science. In the unit, you will integrate diverse research fields, while facilitating and promoting the scientific and strategic development of the research groups. By your extensive experience you will align the unit with WSL’s vision of fostering research for people and the environment in a changing world. You will engage with key forest authorities and expert organizations, ensuring impactful collaborations, and optimizing the knowledge transfer.

You are at an advanced stage of your scientific career, experienced in leading research teams and managing large projects. You possess a strong record as a Principal Investigator of significant initiatives, an outstanding publication portfolio, and a well-established international network. Deep expertise in forest ecology and/or soil processes and/or tree functions is assumed. You exemplify initiative, integration, and commitment, with proven skills in leadership, communication, and negotiation. Fluency in English and proficiency in at least one Swiss national language are required.

Please send your complete application to Stefania Pe, Human Resources WSL, by uploading the requested documents through our webpage. Applications via email will not be considered. Prof. Dr. Rolf Holderegger, Director WSL, phone [phone], will be happy to answer any questions or offer further information. WSL is committed to diversity and inclusion as core values. We actively promote gender equality and foster an open, inclusive work environment.

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