Research Associate Environmental Economics

Ittigen, Schweiz (and home office) | 40-60% Your contribution <br /> • Lead projects in the thematic areas of resource efficiency, circular economy, and market-based instruments • Analyze international frameworks regarding the circular economy • Conceptually further develop requirements for the resource efficiency of products • Collaborate with other offices and cantons as well as industry organizations in the field of circular economy and resource conservation <br /> What makes you unique <br /> • University degree (Master's), preferably in economics or environmental sciences • Several years of professional experience in the thematic area of circular economy in the private sector, authorities, or science • Good knowledge of environmental policy instruments and political processes • Project management experience, (thematic) flexibility, meticulous way of working, as well as enjoyment of working in teams and networks • Good active knowledge of at least one second official language and, if possible, passive knowledge of a third official language, good English skills <br /> In a nutshell With your expertise and your commitment, you will strengthen the circular economy and contribute to resource conservation. What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland: We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the well-being of the population. • Lived diversity: Thanks to equal opportunity, we develop our competencies and contribute different perspectives. • Healthy at 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 Bundesamt für Umwelt (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 Eidgenössisches Departement für Umwelt, Verkehr, Energie und Kommunikation (UVEK). We have a view of Switzerland of today and tomorrow and take responsibility in demanding projects for the successful development of our country. The BAFU offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to a sustainable Switzerland in a modern working environment. Additional information Start date: 01.12.2026 or by arrangement. Questions about the position Rolf Gurtner Sektionsleiter / Sektion Ökonomie +41 58 462 57 25