Head of Structural Engineering Laboratory (80-100)
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Job Location:
Uster - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research Empas around 1100 employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain.
Your tasks
As an inspiring and visionary research leader you will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of the laboratory. Your main tasks will include:
- Defining and implementing the strategic direction of this highly interdisciplinary laboratory to address key scientific and societal challenges.
- Securing fundamental research funding (e.g. from the SNSF or the EU) and applied research projects supported by Innosuisse federal agencies and industrial partners.
- Leading and mentoring a diverse team of approximately 3035 employees including scientists group leaders PhD students postdoctoral researchers and technical staff.
- Expanding and cultivating a strong national and international network with academic and industry partners and actively representing the laboratory at scientific events and in professional committees.
- Promoting knowledge transfer through university-level teaching high-impact publications and engagement with industry.
Your profile
You are a collaborative and forward-thinking leader with a passion for excellence in research and development. Your qualifications include:
- A doctoral degree (PhD) in Civil / Structural or Mechanical Engineering or in a closely related field.
- An outstanding research track record and strong expertise in one or more of the laboratorys core areas such as advanced structural materials structural health monitoring strengthening techniques (such as shape memory alloys) or sustainable composite structures (including e.g. FRP composites earth/wood composites) structural optimization and design of structures for disassembly and reuse.
- Proven experience in successfully acquiring competitive third-party funding and in leading and mentoring research teams.
- A well-established professional network in academia and/or industry and excellent communication and presentation skills.
- You are a team-oriented leader with high ethical standards and the ability to inspire and motivate colleagues. You approach challenges in an organized and decisive manner with a strong sense of re-sponsibility.
- The laboratory head is expected to actively support diversity and gender balance by creating an inclusive environment and mentoring emerging talents.
- Excellent proficiency in English is required. A good command of German is a significant advantage with the expectation of becoming fluent for effective collaboration with our local industry partners.
Our offer
We offer a challenging and supportive leadership role within a world-class interdisciplinary research environment with state-of-the-art facilities and flexible working conditions. You will have the opportunity to perform high-level research that directly supports industry and policymaking.
We look forward to receiving your complete online application including a letter of motivation CV list of publications diplomas a statement of your research interests and vision for the laboratory and the contact details of at least two professional references byJanuary 31st 2026 at the latest. Please submit your application exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be considered.
AndréSchmid Leiter Personal / Head Human Resources
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About Company
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.
