We develop science-based solutions for pressing challenges in the areas of energy, mobility, building technologies, personal health and environment.
To support our board of directors in the built-up of a scientific IT group at Empa, we are looking for an
Expert in research data managementEmpa as worldwide renowned research institution is facing new challenges in research data management. Therefore, novel modelling concepts, numeric intensive simulation, new data management tools, machine learning approaches are crucial for our research.
Your tasks
You are the Empa key contact person for the consolidation and analysis of needs of our scientists and will compile the information needed for strategic decisions of the board of directors. As a coordinator you will identify, propose and support solutions for relevant topics such as:
As contact person for data management you will lead a user group consisting of experts out of Empa's research departments and you will organize and partly lead trainings and workshops or working groups and coordinate various activities with external partner.
Your profile
You have a university degree (MSc degree) in computational science, or a related scientific discipline. You have already demonstrated experience in research and project management. You are interested to work closely together with our researchers on data science questions. You are a team player and your strengths include taking personal responsibility, high motivation for excellence, flair for elaborating out-of-the-box solutions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential alongside the ability to collaborate with peers and scientific partners. Excellent communication skills in English and German are mandatory.
We offer a challenging position (first limited to 2 years, with development potential) at a research institution with excellent infrastructure and broad interdisciplinary surroundings. Working place is Dübendorf.