Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting edge research, Empa''s around 1,100 employees make essential contributions to the well being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain As a designated member of Empas management team, you will play a significant role in shaping the strategy, direction and interdisciplinary culture of Empa. You will be leading a research department and be responsible for the development of our research platform NEST (Next Evolution in Sustainable building Technologies). Thanks to your widely recognized scientific achievements in engineering and/or natural sciences / digital engineering you will initiate new fields of research. As a Head of Department, you will be responsible for managing several research labs with around 200 researchers and technicians. As a team player with strong communication and management skills, you will collaborate and find innovative solutions with our numerous partners in a multicultural environment. German language skills are a must. Your profile You have an extensive network and international experience both in a scientific environment and in collaborating with industry. This will enable you to expand Empas national and international network of key players in science, industry, administration and politics and to represent the interests of Empa in relevant committees.