Natural Hazards Mission Lead: Shape Practical Research

1000scholars; Zürich; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to shape GeoLab

Autonomy and responsibility

Collaboration with leading partners

Access to AI, geospatial data, HPC

Job summary

ETH Swiss GeoLab is seeking a Natural Hazards Mission Lead to guide the R&D portfolio and translate user needs into actionable programs. You will ensure GeoLab activities deliver measurable value for practice and public decision-making, reporting to the Managing Director.

The role requires leadership of multi-partner initiatives, strong communication, and the ability to manage priorities and budgets across a growing expert community in Switzerland.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in natural hazards, Earth observation or related field.
• Strong expertise and several years of professional experience in at least one natural hazard domain.
• Experience leading complex projects or multi-partner initiatives.
• Strong communication and collaboration across disciplines and organizations.
• Ability to manage priorities, resources and budgets transparently.

Responsibilities

• Lead the research and development portfolio for the Natural Hazards Mission within GeoLab.
• Define mission roadmaps, milestones and success criteria and manage progress.
• Engage with public authorities, practitioners and partners to identify opportunities.
• Develop, test, validate and integrate solutions into operational workflows.
• Represent the mission to internal and external stakeholders and report on progress.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Budget management

Communication

German/French language skills

Education

Master's or PhD in natural hazards / geosciences

Job description

ETH Swiss GeoLab is seeking a Natural Hazards Mission Lead to guide the R&D portfolio and translate user needs into actionable programs. You will ensure GeoLab activities deliver measurable value for practice and public decision-making, reporting to the Managing Director.

The role requires leadership of multi-partner initiatives, strong communication, and the ability to manage priorities and budgets across a growing expert community in Switzerland.