Overview
We are looking for a dynamic and collaborative leader to provide scientific, technical and administrative leadership to a well-established research group of around ten staff members. The role is centred on research with impact: developing research questions within the team, implementing projects, and preparing results so that they reach professional practice, public administration and policy, through publications, courses, advisory resources and practical tools.
Key responsibilities
Provide scientific, technical and administrative leadership to the research group.
Further sharpen the group’s strategic profile, with a focus on at least two thematic areas.
Oversee the implementation of research projects, and translate results for professional practice, public administration and policy.
Support publication activities within the team and ensure scientific quality and visibility.
Lead knowledge transfer activities, including translation of results into teaching, continuing education, advisory resources and practical applications (e.g. Seilaplan).
Acquire and lead projects, develop the thematic portfolio, and expand collaborations with researchers, public authorities and practice partners.
Thematic focus
A key responsibility will be to further sharpen the group’s strategic profile, with a focus on at least two of its current thematic areas: Forest management to safeguard biodiversity and ecosystem services under climate change, including decision support at the planning level; Forest engineering and forest economics, including efficiency, timber harvesting costs and robust operational solutions; as well as digital transformation in forest management, including the integration of remote sensing data and the use of machine learning/AI for modelling and visualising complex management processes.
Profile and qualifications
PhD in forest sciences, ideally with a techno-economic focus.
Strong publication record and very good knowledge of forest management in Switzerland and Central Europe.
Experience collaborating with stakeholders.
Experience in leading scientific teams including PhD students, postdoctoral researchers and technical staff.
Strong project management skills and a collaborative communication style.
Excellent German and English language skills.
How to apply
Please submit your complete application to Beatrice Lamprecht, Human Resources WSL, by uploading the requested documents through our webpage. Applications via email will not be considered. Dr Janine Schweier (janine.schweier@wsl.ch) or Dr Leo Bont (leo.bont@wsl.ch), will be happy to answer your questions or to offer further information.
Diversity and inclusion
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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