Research Associate hydrological forecasts and models

This is the contribution you can make • Inform and warn the authorities and the population about floods or droughts • Ensure the quality of the hydrological models in the operational forecasting system • Complement the team with in-depth experience of Machine Learning models for forecasting • Develop strategies and concepts for the further development of the model landscape and the forecasting system • Contribute innovative ideas in the development of new products • Participate in national and international committees What makes you unique • University degree in hydrology or environmental sciences or an education recognized as equivalent as well as experience in the field of hydrological models • In-depth knowledge of Machine Learning models • Proven project management experience of complex IT systems • Good IT skills for handling large amounts of data • Good active knowledge of at least one second official language and, if possible, knowledge of a third official language. Good active knowledge of English. • Willingness to perform on-call and weekend duties What we offer • 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 opportunities, we develop our competencies and bring in different perspectives. • Healthy at the workplace We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health. 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 the 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.