Scientific Associate in Hydraulic Power Remediation

Ittigen, Switzerland (and home office) | 80-100%
What
Scientific Associate in Hydraulic Power Remediation
Ittigen, Switzerland (and home office) | 80-100%
What you can contribute
Take responsibility for the evaluation and financing of remediation projects concerning fish migration in various cantons of French-speaking and German-speaking Switzerland
Accompany and advise different cantons of French-speaking and German-speaking Switzerland (as well as other stakeholders involved) in the field of fish migration
Ensure the role of specialist and interlocutor regarding technical questions related to the remediation of fish migration obstacles (e.g., dams, hydroelectric works, locks, weirs)
Coordinate energy policy files within the Water division and represent it to internal and external bodies
Co-pilot the preparation and development of application documents relating to the financing of remediation measures (fish migration, locks, sediment transport regime) and answer questions on the financing of remediation projects
Lead the processing of political files related to the financing of hydraulic power remediation
What makes you unique
Higher education degree in water ecology (biology, environmental science or engineering) or a degree in hydraulic engineering with good knowledge in the fields of water ecology and/or fisheries
Experience in water ecology (planning, monitoring or implementation of projects), ideally in the ecological remediation of hydraulic power
Experience and interest in energy policy and financial law issues
Experience in scientific environments, an administration or a consulting firm as well as in project management
Autonomous, goal-oriented and solution-seeking working method, keen sense of communication and team spirit
Good active knowledge of a second official language and, ideally, knowledge of a third official language
In a few words
You contribute to designing a sustainable use of hydraulic power and to restoring free fish migration in a targeted and efficient manner.
What we offer
Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and to the well-being of the population.
Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view.
Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all issues related to physical or mental health.
All the benefits
Our quality of life for today and tomorrow.
The Federal Office for the Environment (OFEV) is responsible for ensuring the sustainable exploitation of natural resources such as soil, water, air and forest. OFEV is an office of the Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC). We are interested in today's Switzerland while preparing for tomorrow's. By assuming responsibilities within demanding projects, we contribute to the smooth running of the country. OFEV offers a modern working environment in which we can contribute significantly to the sustainable development of Switzerland.
Additional information
Start date: or to be agreed.
Questions about the position
Monika Schaffner co-head of the Hydraulic Power – remediation section jpid60b0998jm jpit0937jm jpiy26jm