Research Associate Forest Management & Structures

Ittigen, Switzerland (and Homeoffice) | 90-90% Your contribution <br /> • Help shape the future of forest and wood: Conception and implementation of central measures of the Federal Council's Integral Forest and Wood Strategy 2050 for Swiss forest management • Build bridges between practice, science, politics, and administration: Close cooperation with cantons, associations, other federal offices, and universities • Transform data into practical concepts: Analysis and interpretation of forest economic data, development of decision-making bases, technical support, and leadership of working groups <br /> What makes you unique <br /> • You have a university degree in forest sciences with a business administration focus or economics, practical experience is an advantage • You bring projects to their goal: Thanks to your experience in project management, you implement projects in a targeted, efficient manner with a view to concrete results • You take responsibility and enjoy working in a team: As a performance-oriented personality, you convince through team spirit, organizational skill, and the ability to absorb different interests and perspectives • Knowledge of public administration at federal or cantonal level, experience in association work, as well as an understanding of political processes and economic contexts are an advantage <br /> In a nutshell Do you want your expertise to have an impact? With us, you will work on the strategic future issues of Swiss forest management. In interdisciplinary teams, you will develop foundations and concepts for the implementation of the Federal Council's Integral Forest and Wood Strategy 2050. What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success model of Switzerland and work for the well-being of the population. • Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunity, we develop our competencies and bring in different perspectives. • Healthy in the workplace We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/de/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> Quality of life for today and tomorrow. The Federal Office for the Environment (BAFU) is responsible for the sustainable use of natural resources such as soil, water, air, and forest, for protection against natural hazards, and for the preservation of biodiversity. It is part of the Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (UVEK). We have an eye on the Switzerland of today and tomorrow and take responsibility in demanding projects for the successful development of our country. BAFU offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to a sustainable Switzerland in a modern working environment. Additional information Start date: 01.11.2026 or by arrangement. Questions about the position Alfred Walter Kammerhofer Head of Section, Wood Industry and Forest Management Section +41 58 463 03 08