Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)
Villigen PSI
People Operation Specialist – HR Administration
- 09 October 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Villigen PSI
Job summary
The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is Switzerland's largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences. Join us for a dynamic work environment with excellent development opportunities.
Tasks
- Serve as the main contact for employees on HR operational questions.
- Handle personnel administration from onboarding to offboarding efficiently.
- Collaborate closely with the People & Culture Team to enhance services.
Skills
- Commercial training and 1-2 years of HR management experience required.
- Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset essential.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to process improvement important.
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About the job
The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences in Switzerland. At PSI, we conduct cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation, as well as the fundamentals of nature. Through basic and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for central questions from society, science, and the economy. The education of young people is a central concern of PSI. Therefore, about a quarter of our employees are postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, or apprentices. In total, PSI employs 2300 staff members.
For our People Operations team, we are looking for a
Your tasks
- Central contact person for employees on operational HR matters and support with administrative concerns along the employee lifecycle
- Independent handling of personnel administration from entry to exit as well as maintenance of relevant HR data
- Close collaboration with the entire People & Culture team to ensure professional service
- Participation in the optimisation of processes and support in the further development of workflows in day-to-day business
Your profile
- Commercial basic training as well as initial professional experience in human resources management, ideally one to two years
- Enjoyment in contact with different stakeholders as well as a pronounced service orientation
- Structured, reliable, and careful working style with a high awareness of quality
- Interest in the continuous improvement of processes as well as openness to new ideas and ways of working
- Very good German skills as well as good English skills in spoken and written form
We offer
Our institute is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. In addition to systematic induction, you will benefit from individual development opportunities and our pronounced culture of further education. For concerns regarding the optimal balance of work and family or personal interests, we support you with modern employment conditions and facilities on site.
The position is initially limited to one year, with the option of extension.
For professional enquiries, please contact Michael Probst, Tel. +41 56 310 26 81.
We look forward to receiving your online application for the position of People Operation Specialist – HR Administration (Index No. 1310-30202).
Paul Scherrer Institute, People & Culture, Mikela Szolansky, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
