Scientific Affairs Manager / Scientific Affairs Manageress

Job Opportunity: Scientific Affairs Manager

The research group led by Professor Valentina Boeva at ETH Zurich is seeking a dedicated Scientific Affairs Manager with a strong scientific background. Ideal candidates will have experience collaborating with biological or clinical labs, as well as teams that focus on machine learning. We expect a pronounced interest in working within an interdisciplinary environment at the intersection of machine learning, biology, and medicine. The starting date is by mutual agreement.

We offer a one-year contract with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the research leadership with strategic and operational tasks in a scientific context.
• Coordinate and oversee scientific projects, particularly in cancer genomics.
• Act as the central point of contact for clinical and biological partners, focusing on data management and ethics.
• Contribute to the preparation of project proposals, reports, and scientific publications.
• Manage the lab website and social media platforms.
• Organize and support internal and external meetings, workshops, and events.
• Serve as an interface between research and administration.

Qualifications

• Completed university degree (PhD) in mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering, a natural science, medical, or related field.
• Experience in scientific research, ideally in machine learning and/or data science.
• Strong organizational skills and an independent, structured working style.
• Experience in project management within an academic environment.
• Excellent communication skills in both German and English, both written and spoken.
• Interest in interdisciplinary work within a dynamic, international team.
• Knowledge of regulatory and ethical aspects related to handling patient data is an advantage.
• Experience in graphic design (e.g., for journal covers) would be a plus.

Why Join Us?

Become part of ETH Zurich, which actively supports your professional development and contributes to positive change in society. Joining our team will allow you to have an impact on understanding cancer diseases in children and adults, as well as improving cancer patient care. Over the next 12 years, our international and diverse group will be involved in the NCCR “Children & Cancer.”

You can expect numerous benefits, including public transport season tickets, car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by ASVZ, childcare services, and attractive pension benefits. We are committed to building a sustainable and climate-neutral university.

Application Process

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Contact Information

For further information about the Boeva Lab, please visit our website. If you have any questions, Patricia Kilchhofer is available to assist you via email at patricia.kilchhofer@inf.ethz.ch (please do not send application documents).

We look forward to receiving your application!