Sociologist

About the job

Bern (and home office) | 80-80% |

What you can contribute

• Ensure the design, planning and implementation of commissioned research and evaluation projects in the field of social security
• Ensure high-quality and efficient monitoring of projects in financial and administrative terms and guarantee compliance with deadlines
• Highlight the results of research and evaluation projects by writing articles about them
• Conduct literature reviews, perform data analyses and publish benchmark reports.
• Present talks at events and meetings, plan and facilitate workshops

What makes you unique

• University degree (ideally a doctorate) in economic or social sciences
• Extensive experience in conducting empirical studies, particularly in applied analysis and evaluation of public policies, both quantitative and qualitative
• Proven skills in research project management
• Analytical abilities, networked thinking and interest in political issues
• Good knowledge of the social security system as well as solid experience in handling health data
• Great ease in public speaking and strong presentation skills
• Active knowledge of two official languages and very good knowledge of English

In a few words

Are you interested in social policy issues? As a sociologist within our sector in Mathematics, Analysis and Statistics, you are responsible for complex research and evaluation projects and develop evidence-based foundations for political decision-making processes. In collaboration with the rest of the team, you also participate in defining the strategic direction of the sector.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
• Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allow us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints.
• Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

All benefits

We shape social security for the Switzerland of tomorrow

The Federal Social Insurance Office (FSIO) ensures that the social security system is fully operational and meets new challenges. It is also the Confederation's centre of expertise for social policy and everything related to family, childhood, youth and intergenerational relations.

The offices of the Federal Department of Home Affairs (FDHA) are committed to ensuring good working conditions and invest in the health of their employees. They have received the Friendly Work Space label.

Additional information

The Research and Evaluation sector is responsible for the allocation and quality assurance of research and evaluation projects. In co-responsibility with the competent areas, it ensures that research mandates are well understood and properly carried out.

Questions about the position

Ilka Steiner
Head of the Research and Evaluation area
+41 58 48 39431