Scientific Associate for the Ethics Committee

Ref 2586010 | Date: 19 Oct 2026 Federal Administration Scientific Associate for the ethics committee Ittigen, Switzerland (and home office) | 40-40% | What you can contribute * Support and advise the Federal Ethics Committee for Biotechnology in the non-human domain * Establish the agenda for the commission meetings, coordinate them and participate in them * Follow scientific developments, legislative projects and implementation tasks, evaluate and prioritize them * Advise federal and cantonal authorities on ethical issues What makes you unique * Graduate degree in philosophy (philosophy of science and ethics), ideally with a doctorate * Research experience in the fields of philosophy and ethics, deep understanding of political and legal processes * Autonomy, sense of responsibility and service culture * Analytical mind and great ability to communicate * Good active knowledge of at least a second official language and, ideally, passive knowledge of a third official language as well as very good knowledge of English In a few words What we offer * Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and to the well-being of the population. * Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view. * Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all questions related to physical or mental health. [All benefits](< >) Our quality of life for today and tomorrow. The Federal Office for the Environment (OFEV) is responsible for ensuring the sustainable exploitation of natural resources such as soil, water, air and forest. The OFEV is an office of the Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC). We are interested in the Switzerland of today while preparing for that of tomorrow. By assuming responsibilities within the framework of demanding projects, we contribute to the smooth running of the country. The OFEV offers a modern working environment in which we can contribute significantly to the sustainable development of Switzerland. Additional information Start date: 1st June 2027 or to be agreed Questions about the position Ariane Willemsen secretary of the CENH jpid90e95f1jm jpit1042jm jpiy26jm