Scientist in Rockfall Engineering

Scientist in Rockfall Engineering 80-100% (f/m/d)

The WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF is part of the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL and thus of the ETH Domain. WSL focuses on the sustainable use and protection of the environment and on the handling of natural hazards. WSL employs approximately 600 people, of whom 180 work at SLF in Davos.

The Research Unit Alpine Environments and Natural Hazards and the “Climate Change, Extremes and Natural Hazards in Alpine Regions Research Centre CERC”, at SLF in Davos are offering a new tenure track position for a

Scientist in Rockfall Engineering 80-100% (f/m/d)

As a Rockfall Engineering Scientist, you will advance the understanding of rockfall processes, including contact mechanics, energy dissipation, fragmentation, and interactions with different forest types and technical mitigation measures. Your research will strengthen hazard assessment and risk mitigation by enhancing rockfall protection strategies and optimizing natural hazard management in the context of global change.

You have a strong background in Engineering, Geophysics, Geosciences, or a related field and hold a PhD in one of these disciplines—or possess substantial research experience. You thrive in multidisciplinary teams and excel at collaborating with practitioners. Practical experience in site investigations, field instrumentation, rockfall protection design, or industry partnerships is highly desirable.

Please send your complete application to Clemens Güdel, Human Resources SLF, by uploading the requested documents through our webpage. Applications via email will not be considered. Prof. Dr. Johan Gaume, Tel.  82 & johan.gaume, as well Dr. Nadine Salzmann, phone  22, will be happy to answer any questions or offer further information. WSL is committed to diversity and inclusion as core values.

We actively promote gender equality and foster an open, inclusive work environment.

Scientist in Rockfall Engineering 80-100% (f/m/d)

The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research is concerned with the use, development and protection of natural and urban spaces.