Material Scientist (m/f/d)
Berner Fachhochschule

Temporary

Full Time, Part Time

Published: 2025-12-16

Biel (Schweiz)

I am interested

Material Scientist

80-100% / Limited for two years with option to extend / Biel
Start by appointment

What you'll be doing here

Work with industry and academic partners on practice-oriented research projects related to sustainable building materials
Develop processes for the recycling and reuse of mineral products
Develop formulations and application technologies for mineral binder systems
Cooperate closely with national and international partners
Take on responsibility in applied research projects and service contracts as you gain experience

What you'll bring with you

PhD in Material Sciences, or MSc with several years of research experience
In-depth knowledge of mineral materials (mandatory)
A strong interest in application-oriented research, demonstrated through initiative, commitment to quality, and a customer-oriented approach
Communicative personality and team player with quick comprehension, great enthusiasm, and good analytical skills
Excellent English skills, good German skills are an advantage

School of Architecture, Wood and Civil Engineering
In the https://www.bfh.ch/ahb/en/ we plan and design tomorrow's built environment. Together with partners from business and society, we develop inspiring solutions for sustainable living environments and infrastructure, and we learn from nature about wood as a construction material.

I'll be your guide through the application procedure
Barbara Zwahlen
HR Beraterin
P +41 31 848 50 55

For job-specific queries
Prof. Dr. Heiko Thömen
Head of Materials and Life Cycle Assessment Group
P +41 32 344 03 31

All details at www.bfh.ch/jobs

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