Scientific Assistant Wood Structures (50 - 100%)

03 June 2025
50 – 100%
Biel

Job summary

Join our dynamic team at the Department of Architecture, Wood, and Construction. Exciting R&D projects await collaboration with key partners!

Tasks

Collaborate on innovative R&D projects with institutions and companies.
Handle research mandates and service orders in timber engineering.
Support teaching in Bachelor and Master programs in timber engineering.

Skills

Degree in Wood Engineering, Wood Technology, or Civil Engineering.
At least one year of practical experience in timber engineering.
Strong communication, teamwork, and editorial skills required.

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About the job

What you will do here

Collaborate on exciting R&D projects in cooperation with key project partners such as institutions, companies, or associations
Handle research mandates and service contracts in the area of expertise of the Wood Structures group of the Institute for Timber Construction
Support teaching in the Bachelor and Master programs as well as in continuing education of the Department of Architecture, Wood and Civil Engineering in the field of timber engineering as needed

What you ideally bring with you

University degree in timber engineering, wood technology, or civil engineering, each with a specialization in timber construction
At least one year of practical experience in timber engineering
Motivation to strengthen timber construction through research and development
Reliability and curiosity, communication and teamwork skills
Good editorial skills, confident expression

Some of our advantages in advance

Curiosity is required, and not just a little. And a lot of independence and personal responsibility.
Uncomplicated exchange even beyond departmental boundaries.
A pleasant tone and a lot of collegiality.

I will guide you through the
application process

Barbara Zwahlen
HR Consultant
T +41 31 848 50 55

The Department of Architecture, Wood and Civil Engineering

At the Department of Architecture, Wood and Civil Engineering , we shape the built environment for the future. Together with partners from business and society, we develop inspiring solutions for sustainable living spaces and infrastructures and learn from nature through the material wood.