Scientific Data Applications Specialist (m/w/d) 80-100%
Scientific Data Applications Specialist (m/w/d) 80-100%
Scientific Data Applications Specialist (m/w/d) 80-100%
Scientific Data Applications Specialist (m/w/d) 80-100%
Eawag
Forschung
Dübendorf
- Art der Anstellung: Vollzeit
- 96.500 CHF – 125.000 CHF (von XING geschätzt)
- Vor Ort
- Aktiv auf der Suche
Scientific Data Applications Specialist (m/w/d) 80-100%
Über diesen Job
Eawag, the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology, is an internationally networked aquatic research institute within the ETH Domain (Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology). Eawag conducts research, education and expert consulting to achieve the dual goals of meeting direct human needs for water and maintaining the function and integrity of aquatic ecosystems.
Eawag is looking for a
Scientific Data Applications Specialist (m/w/d) 80-100%
In Scientific-IT we focus on building and maintaining the digital foundations of research at Eawag. Our services range from high-performance computing and cloud solutions to research data management and software development. Embedded in the IT department, we support a wide variety of scientific workflows, offering tools and infrastructure that are secure, scalable, and tuned to researchers’ needs. Collaborating closely with scientists we help ensure that Eawag remains a global leader in aquatic sciences.
Key Responsibilities
Applications should include a cover letter giving a description of the motivation to apply and highlighting the relevant experience and specific interests, curriculum vitae, and the names (with email addresses and phone numbers) of at least two potential references.
Deadline for applications is 30 September 2025 or until the position is filled. However, screening of applicants will begin immediately.
For further information, please contact Stuart Dennis stuart.dennis@eawag.ch.
We look forward to receiving your application. Please send it through this webpage, as any other way of applying will not be considered. A click on the button below will take you directly to the application form.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to internal training, onboarding, and user documentation related to scientific data work-flows
- Collaborate with researchers to understand and respond to specific data-related needs
- Develop modern user interfaces and data visualizations using tools such as Python, R, JavaScript, or similar
- Assist with scripting and automation of data workflows in support of scientific reproducibility
- Developing concepts for IT-solutions including hard- and software for specific needs in research departments
- Advise and support researchers in the organization, documentation, and processing of research data across the data life cycle
- Provide guidance on data formats, metadata, and best practices aligned with FAIR principles
- Participate in collaborations with other institutes in the ETH domain, working closely with WSL to support joint projects and initiatives
Required Qualifications
- Degree in natural sciences, chemistry, engineering, computer science, or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience
- Programming proficiency in research-relevant languages (e.g. Python, R, JavaScript, SQL)
- Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and common scientific data processing tools
- Experience with HPC computing environments would be advantageous
- Experience with data visualization and user interface development
- Strong service orientation and interpersonal communication skills
- Candidates need to be fluent in written and spoken English, while knowledge in German would be an asset
- The position further requires a high level of organisation, time management, teamwork, and communication skills
Applications should include a cover letter giving a description of the motivation to apply and highlighting the relevant experience and specific interests, curriculum vitae, and the names (with email addresses and phone numbers) of at least two potential references.
Deadline for applications is 30 September 2025 or until the position is filled. However, screening of applicants will begin immediately.
For further information, please contact Stuart Dennis stuart.dennis@eawag.ch.
We look forward to receiving your application. Please send it through this webpage, as any other way of applying will not be considered. A click on the button below will take you directly to the application form.
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