Swiss Federal Institute for Forest Snow and Landscape Research WSL
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.
Due to retirement WSL invites for applications for the position as
Head of Research Unit Forest and Soil Ecology 90100 (f/m/d)
You will lead and inspire an internationally recognized Research Unit comprising seven wellestablished 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 WSLs 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 wellestablished 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 phonewill 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.
Leitung Forschungseinheit Wald- und Bodenkologie 90-100 wmd
