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Research Associate in Forest Engineering and Work Science
'I'm a true BFH fan', says Anna Knutti . 'The whole package is just great. What I really like is how my remit keeps
changing. This helps me move forward, both professionally and personally, even after close on ten years'.
Research Associate in Forest Engineering and Work Science
80 %Limited until 14.09.2027 with development possibilitiesZollikofenStart 01.04.2026 or by arrangementHomeoffice
possible
To start with, here are some of our strong points
- An almost unbelievably large variety of themes and topics and a great mix of research and teaching.
,- Curiosity is what we want, oodles of it. Plus, lots of independence and autonomy.
,- Easy exchanging of views and ideas, also across the divisional boundaries.
And here are even more good reasons to opt for BFH
What you'll be doing here
- in close collaboration with the head of the research group, identify new research topics, further develop their
profiles and translate them into competitive third-party-funded projects;
- initiate research, development and service projects, and play a key role in preparing funding proposals;
- actively drive the acquisition of external funding and the development of future project financing;
- following successful funding decisions, coordinate the scientific and operational implementation of projects;
- contribute to practice-oriented teaching at bachelor's and master's level in the fields of forest engineering and
work science;
- supervise bachelor's and master's theses;
- prepare scientific publications, project reports and presentations for academic and practice-oriented audiences;
- build and maintain sustainable collaborations with industry partners, public authorities and research institutions.
What you'll bring with you
- a completed master's degree (MSc) or PhD in forestry, forest engineering or a closely related discipline with a
clear focus on forest engineering and work science
- Sound knowledge of forest engineering, forest operations, forest access or production planning, as well as
ergonomics in forestry work processes
- Experience in contributing to scientific projects and developing funding proposals; motivation to co-develop
third-party-funded projects independently in the medium term
- Strong initiative, perseverance and a structured working style
- Excellent communication skills and an interest in interdisciplinary collaboration
- Interest in teaching and supervising students
- Very good English skills; willingness to learn German. The university actively supports language acquisition.
Teaching is expected to be conducted in German in the medium term
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School of Agricultural, Forest and Food Sciences
At HAFL, a department of BFH, we're all about connecting humans, nature and technology towards sustainable
development. As a ground-breaking, pioneering think tank, we are engaged in the creation and teaching of knowledge for
the world of today and of tomorrow – bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, resilient and always solidly grounded at the same
time.
Doing something meaningful in a fascinating environment and with an outlook to the future: a job at Bern University of
Applied Sciences makes perfect sense.
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