Research Coordination 60 %

About the job

• Administrative and operational support of the Product & Textile research group and another research group
• Advisory and administrative support for researchers in their research projects (e.g., project budgeting) and administrative tasks (e.g., project calculation, project initiation, monitoring, support for interim reports, project completion)
• Internal interface, especially with HR, controlling, and the Grants Office of Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts
• External interface to funding agencies, such as the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), Innosuisse, and foundations
• Administrative and organizational tasks in the research office, including onboarding new employees, research key figures, support for event organization, monitoring cross-cutting research cost centers
• Participation in the research office, including further development, process improvement, interface with research communication

• University degree (Bachelor) with a business administration focus, or commercial basic training with additional qualifications (e.g., executive assistance, project management) and several years of professional experience
• Independent and structured working style, even in situations with constantly changing challenges
• Ability to quickly grasp complex issues and find goal-oriented solutions
• Team-oriented, service-oriented, and open
• Good knowledge of German and English
• Very familiar with SAP, MS Teams, and enjoy working with digital tools
• Experience in project administration is an advantage

• The activity is administratively oriented and at the same time varied and versatile.
• You will work in a cooperative and team-oriented environment within the five-person research office.
• The research office is integrated into the Department of Research Design Film Art, which offers a supportive and dynamic working environment.
• Further qualification and competence development are explicitly enabled and actively supported.

As the largest educational institution of the six Central Swiss cantons, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts is at the forefront with its offerings. Forward-looking and innovative, nationally and internationally, we impart knowledge. Join us and become part of our shared, sustainable future.