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Research Associate in Sustainable Development at the University of Bern University of Bern in Switzerland

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Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Available

Deadline

Nov 20, 2026

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Switzerland

University

University of Bern

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Environmental Science
Sustainable Development
Industrial Engineering
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About this position

Research Associate in Sustainable Development at the University of Bern in Switzerland.

This is a 60–70% fixed-term research/administrative position for 2 years (with possible extension) in the Vice Rectorate for Quality and Sustainable Development, based in Bern. The role supports the university’s sustainability strategy with a strong emphasis on climate roadmap implementation, greenhouse gas accounting, Scope 3 emissions, climate strategy development, and digital sustainability management.

The successful candidate will help monitor progress on Climate Roadmap 2030 actions, contribute to the university’s greenhouse gas inventory, expand Scope 3 categories such as procurement and commuter mobility, and support data collection, validation, and calculation methods. The role also includes work on technical foundations for net zero by 2040 planning and digital tools for sustainability reporting and monitoring.

Eligible applicants should have a completed university degree or comparable tertiary education in a relevant field such as environmental science, natural science, sustainability management, or engineering, or equivalent practical experience. Professional background in sustainability/environmental management, greenhouse gas accounting, emissions data analysis, project coordination, and strong Excel/digital skills are preferred. Very good German and English are required.

Application deadline: 20 November 2026. Submit a complete application as a single PDF by email to [email protected]. For substantive questions, contact [email protected].

Funding details

Available

What's required

Completed university degree or comparable tertiary education in a relevant field such as environmental sciences, natural sciences, sustainability management, or engineering, or equivalent professional experience. Professional experience in sustainability or environmental management is preferred, ideally in climate protection, greenhouse gas accounting, or sustainability monitoring. Strong methodological skills in collecting, preparing, and analysing environmental and emissions data, with strong analytical understanding. Experience with greenhouse gas inventories and Scope 3 accounting, for example under the GHG Protocol, is an advantage. Project management experience, very good Excel skills, strong digital affinity, and the ability to work independently in a structured and solution-oriented way. Interest in sustainability and climate protection topics and motivation to contribute to the University of Bern's sustainable development. Fluency in German and very good written and spoken English are required.

How to apply

Submit a complete application as a single PDF by email to Maaike Nilsson by 20 November 2026. For questions about the role, contact Fabian Guggisberg by email. For application questions, contact Maaike Nilsson.

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