Scientific Assistant Ethics Commission

Ittigen, Switzerland (and home office) | 40-40% |

Your contribution

• Accompany and advise the Federal Ethics Committee on Biotechnology Non-Human Area (EKAH)
• Plan, prepare, and participate in the content of commission meetings
• Monitor, evaluate, and prioritize scientific developments as well as current legislative projects and enforcement tasks
• Advise federal and cantonal authorities on ethical issues

What makes you unique

• University degree in philosophy (philosophy of science and ethics), doctorate desirable
• Research experience in the field of philosophy and ethics as well as a strong understanding of political and legal contexts
• Independent and responsible personality with a high sense of service
• Analytical mindset and good communication skills
• Good active knowledge of at least one second official language and, if possible, knowledge of a third official language as well as very good English skills

In a nutshell

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success model of Switzerland and work for the welfare of the population.
• Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunity, 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.

All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/de/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html)

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 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: 1. June 2027 or by arrangement.

Questions about the position

Ariane Willemsen
Head of EKAH Office
+41 79 728 21 60