Scientific Associate Ethics Commission

About the job

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

You can contribute in this role

• Support and advise the Federal Ethics Commission for Non-Human Biotechnology (EKAH)
• Plan, prepare and participate in commission meetings content-wise
• Monitor, evaluate and prioritise 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 philosophy and ethics as well as a strong understanding of political and legal contexts
• Independent and responsible personality with a strong service orientation
• Analytical thinking 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 Swiss success model and work for the benefit of the population.
• Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunities, we develop our skills and bring in different perspectives.
• Healthy at work We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.

All benefits

Quality of life for today and tomorrow.

The Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) 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 (DETEC).

We have Switzerland of today and tomorrow in mind and take responsibility for the successful development of our country in demanding projects. FOEN offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to a sustainable Switzerland in a modern working environment.

Additional information

Starting date: 1 June 2027 or by arrangement.

Questions about the position

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