Technician for Coordination and Management of the Sanasilva Inventories 80-100% (m/f/d)
Eidgenössische Forschungsanstalt für Wald, Schnee und Landschaft (WSL)
Birmensdorf
Key information
- Publication date:26 August 2025
- Workload:80 – 100%
- Place of work:Birmensdorf
Job summary
Join WSL, a key ETH research institute focused on environmental sustainability. Be part of a supportive team that values diversity and inclusion.
Tasks
- Coordinate annual Sanasilva inventories to assess tree crown conditions.
- Collaborate with cantonal authorities for fieldwork coordination.
- Engage in updating guidelines with international research partners.
Skills
- Completed vocational training or degree in forestry or environmental sciences.
- Strong negotiation skills for authority coordination.
- Fluency in German, French, and English is essential.
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The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL, with around 600 employees, is part of the ETH domain. It deals with the sustainable use and protection of the environment as well as responsible management of natural hazards.
Technician for Coordination and Management of the Sanasilva Inventories 80-100% (m/f/d)
The research unit Forest and Soil Ecology and the Long-term Environmental Research program investigate how properties and functions of forest ecosystems and forest soils are influenced by external factors such as pollutant inputs, climate change, and forest management. We are looking for a
Within the framework of the Long-term Forest Ecosystem Research (LWF) program, you are responsible for planning and conducting the annual Sanasilva inventories to determine the crown condition of trees in Swiss forests. You also coordinate fieldwork with cantonal authorities, evaluate the recordings of the field teams, and train new field staff. You maintain contact with partners from ICP Forests in other European countries and participate in joint training and courses. You collaborate with scientists from the Long-term Forest Ecosystem Research program to update survey instructions.
You have completed vocational training or have proven expertise in a technical field, such as polymechanic, carpenter, automation technician, forester, or have a degree in forestry or environmental sciences or similar. You hold a category B driving license, enjoy working in the forest, and are willing to work long days. For coordination with authorities, you bring good negotiation skills. You are interested in scientific work in an international environment and have a lot of initiative. Good German, French, and English skills complete your profile.
Please send your complete application to Stefania Pe, Human Resources WSL, by submitting the required documents via our application portal. Applications by email or postal mail will not be considered. For questions, Arthur Gessler (Tel. +41 (0)44 739 28 18) and Christian Hug (Tel. +41 (0)44 739 25 89) are happy to assist you. At WSL, diversity and inclusion are lived values. We are committed to gender equality and promoting an open and inclusive working environment.
