Operations manager - epfl ai center

EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the
Operations Manager - EPFL AI Center
EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institution: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17,000 people, including over 12,500 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries.
Operations Manager - EPFL AI Center
Mission
The EPFL Al Center focuses on advancing research, education and innovation in Al at EPFL and beyond. It is at the core of a vibrant EPFL community and dynamic external ecosystem that includes a large number of partners and stakeholders in Al, including academia, industry, government, and international organisations.
To complement and lead our team, we seek a dynamic Operations Manager who will support the Directors in the practical implementation, operational management, and coordination of the activities of the EPFL AI Center. This role emphasizes hands-on execution, administrative oversight, financial management and effective coordination among internal and external stakeholders.
Main duties and responsibilities
Finance management, including account and budget management, controlling and reporting
Operational implementation of AI Center's strategic initiatives
Day-to-day management of the AI Center's operations
Workplace management
Supervision of administrative tasks
Supporting of a broad and diverse fundraising strategy
Additional responsibilities in close collaboration with the AI Center team members:
Support of research programs
Support of industry partnership programs
Support of public relationships, including events with ipartners
Profile
Higher education in business administration, finance, accounting or equivalent through experience
Proven experience in day-to-day operational management, including administrative, financial, and organizational processes
A previous work experience in academia, or in the Swiss higher education system is an asset
Strong numerical skills, particularly in preparing financial reports and forecasts, as well as audits
Project management experience is an asset
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Practical, solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of responsibility
Experience in small team supervision ideally in a dynamic and agile environment
Interest in AI-related topics and innovation
Fluency in both English and French.
We offer
Excellent working conditions
An opportunity to develop in a multicultural and stimulating environment
A very dynamic, interdisciplinary, and international working environment
Informations
Contract Start Date : October 1, 2026
Activity Rate : 80,00
Contract Type: CDD
Duration: 1 year, renewable
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