Research scientist or engineer 80-100% (f/m/d)

The WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF is part of the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL and thus of the ETH Domain. WSL focuses on the sustainable use and protection of the environment and on the handling of natural hazards. WSL employs approximately 600 people, of whom 180 work at SLF in Davos.

The Research Units “Snow Avalanches and Prevention” and “Alpine Environment Natural Hazards” are looking for a

Research scientist or engineer 80-100% (f/m/d)

You are developing tools to assess the impacts of natural hazards on infrastructure in high mountain areas. This includes preparing hazard indication maps in the context of the Speed2Zero project, a joint initiative of the ETH domain. In addition, you will develop a model chain for real-time hazard assessment, which involves predicting runout and impact of snow avalanches potentially reaching high-mountain passes. These works are part of an Italian-Swiss Interreg project. You work closely with the other project partners and communicate scientific results to practitioners.

You have a degree in geosciences, environmental sciences, or engineering, and good experience in programming and data handling. Good communication skills are required to collaborate effectively with team members from diverse backgrounds and to tailor information to varying levels of expertise. You are well organized, motivated to work in an interdisciplinary and international team, and are keen to find solutions to practical problems.

Please send your complete application to Clemens Güdel, Human Resources SLF, by uploading the requested documents through our webpage. Applications via email will not be considered.Nadine Salzmann, phone +41 81 417 0822, or Jürg Schweizer, phone +41 81 417 0164, will 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.

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