(Senior) Project Manager

About the job

gfs.bern is one of the leading institutes for applied political and communication research in Switzerland. We examine attitudes, expectations, and decision-making logics and make societal developments empirically visible. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a (Senior) Project Manager.

Your tasks In this role, you will work in the project management of research projects and accompany them from conception to presentation of results. You are part of a team that jointly carries projects and supports each other.

The focus is on:

• Project management and coordination Organisation and control of quantitative and qualitative research projects in collaboration with the team.
• Reporting and analysis Evaluation of data, content interpretation as well as writing reports, brief analyses, and presentation materials.
• Presentation of results Preparation and presentation of study results for different target groups – both internal and external.
• Client support Communication with our clients from politics, administration, business, and associations during the project duration.

What you bring

• University degree at Master’s level (e.g. political science, social sciences, economics, or communication studies)
• Strong interest in empirical social research and societal issues
• Knowledge of issue processes in Switzerland
• Solid knowledge of statistics, demography, and R/Python
• Enjoyment of structured project work, analysis, and clear communication
• Very good German skills in spoken and written form; very good French skills are an advantage
• Several years of professional experience in research or research-oriented project work and in the service sector (e.g. in an agency) is an advantage

Important: Even if you do not meet all the points – we look forward to your application. We value development and learning on the job.

What we offer you

• Entry or further development in a project management role
• Flexible working models (80–100%, home office possible)
• Collaboration in a collegial, appreciative team
• Content-wise demanding projects with political, economic, and societal relevance
• Fair and transparent employment conditions

We consciously ensure realistic project workloads and a good balance between work and private life.

Diversity & Equal Opportunities

We want a working environment that offers space for different life situations. Applications from people with diverse life paths and non-linear careers are expressly welcome. Do you have questions about the workload or work organisation? Please feel free to contact us in advance.

The application deadline is 13 December 2026. The position is planned to start in spring 2027.