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"As Switzerland's incubator for innovation, Empa's research provides answers to the most pressing challenges facing
industry." Prof. Dr. Katharina Maniura, Biointerfaces "Empa's research on the highest international level plays a
leading role in the advancement of technology." Prof. Dr. Ayodhya Nath Tiwari, Thin Films and Photovoltaics "Empa's
materials science and technology research is of great benefit to society in the fields of energy, mobility,
environment, construction and health." Prof. Dr. Bernd Nowack, Technology and Society "For my research projects I use
first-class equipment. This is extremely important in dynamic 3D radiography." Dr. Ameet Aiyangar, Mechanical Systems
Engineering "Empa offers good employment conditions and supports equal opportunities. I consider this very important."
Irene Ferretto, Advanced Materials Processing "Empa has sites in three attractive regions in Switzerland. This also
ensures a good quality of life." Dr. Shanyu Zhao, Building Energy Materials and Components "We enjoy working in a team.
For us it is important that Empa pursues topics like sustainability and innovation." Michael Levy and Nikola Tatalovic,
Finances/Controlling "My work is exciting and highly diverse - and I am right there when research projects are being
implemented in NEST, Empa's research and innovation building." Yannic Trüb, Real Estate Management "At Empa I value the
good work environment and international collaboration." Subas Scheibler, Particles-Biology Interactions
PostDoc or Scientist on material dynamics in view of a carbon-binding society (80 - 100%)
Share Apply now Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100
employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research
institution of the ETH Domain.Stabilizing our climate requires to urgently phase out fossil fuels and clean up the
atmosphere from excess CO2, which will induce a large demand for materials. Accelerating transitions therefore depends
on the dynamic availability of materials. Furthermore, as geological storage of CO2 is limited and challenging, there
is need to explore options for removing atmospheric CO2 and converting it into useful and valuable materials.
In this context, our Technology and Society Laboratory (TSL) is looking for a highly motivated PostDoc or Scientist to
address the systemic aspects of transforming a society from carbon emitting to carbon binding on a planetary scale. TSL
is dedicated to creating knowledge supporting the transformation to a sustainable society within planetary boundaries
by analyzing end evaluating novel materials and technologies from a circularity, life cycle impacts and safety
perspective, and to provide guidance for designing more sustainable materials, technologies and systems.
Your tasks
- Develop a model to investigate strategies to increase dynamic supply of secondary raw materials based on future
sources and technologies and explore the possible effects on transition pathways
- Contribute to the collection, updating, and consolidation of data required to assess the secondary raw materials
potential and characterize stocks and flows e.g. of end-of-life vehicles, waste batteries and waste electrical and
electronic equipment
- Explore systemic effects of carbon-based materials in the existing socio-economic metabolism, in particular on
replacing other primary materials and changing the demand for energy
- Couple material flows with energy systems to explore the complex interplay and feedback between energy and material
systems
- Coordinate and manage Empa's contribution to the Horizon Europe project RawClic on this topic
Your profile
- PhD in environmental engineering, industrial ecology, or similar
- Experience in modelling and evaluating the socio-economic metabolism, for example with material flow analysis or
life cycle assessment
- Deep understanding of engineering principles for evaluating novel technologies and provide guidance for their
ecological design
- Interest in and comprehension of Earth system processes and environmental impacts
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills and fluency in English.
Our offer
We offer a dynamic and stimulating academic environment in a laboratory with more than 50 scientists dedicated to
sustainability transformations. The position will initially be limited to 2 years. Expected start date is 1 September
2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.We live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are
interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities - that's what counts.We look forward to receiving your
complete online application including a letter of motivation, CV, certificates, diplomas and contact details of two
reference persons. Please submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be
considered.SarahStüdli, Bereichspersonalleiterin / HR Partner
Questions?
Dr.KirstenRemmen
Group leader
Technology and Society
Your future place of work
Empa
Lerchenfeldstrasse 5
9014St. Gallen
Empa as an employer
Innovative, sustainable, meaningful activities Creating added value for society International, multicultural working
environment Freedom to create and develop Culture of inclusion and respect Excellent balance between different areas of
life Multiple award-winning and certified employer Benefits for rail, mobile, childcare, catering, etc.
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industry." Prof. Dr. Katharina Maniura, Biointerfaces "Empa's research on the highest international level plays a
leading role in the advancement of technology." Prof. Dr. Ayodhya Nath Tiwari, Thin Films and Photovoltaics "Empa's
materials science and technology research is of great benefit to society in the fields of energy, mobility,
environment, construction and health." Prof. Dr. Bernd Nowack, Technology and Society "For my research projects I use
first-class equipment. This is extremely important in dynamic 3D radiography." Dr. Ameet Aiyangar, Mechanical Systems
Engineering "Empa offers good employment conditions and supports equal opportunities. I consider this very important."
Irene Ferretto, Advanced Materials Processing "Empa has sites in three attractive regions in Switzerland. This also
ensures a good quality of life." Dr. Shanyu Zhao, Building Energy Materials and Components "We enjoy working in a team.
For us it is important that Empa pursues topics like sustainability and innovation." Michael Levy and Nikola Tatalovic,
Finances/Controlling "My work is exciting and highly diverse - and I am right there when research projects are being
implemented in NEST, Empa's research and innovation building." Yannic Trüb, Real Estate Management "At Empa I value the
good work environment and international collaboration." Subas Scheibler, Particles-Biology Interactions
PostDoc or Scientist on material dynamics in view of a carbon-binding society (80 - 100%)
Share Apply now Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100
employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research
institution of the ETH Domain.Stabilizing our climate requires to urgently phase out fossil fuels and clean up the
atmosphere from excess CO2, which will induce a large demand for materials. Accelerating transitions therefore depends
on the dynamic availability of materials. Furthermore, as geological storage of CO2 is limited and challenging, there
is need to explore options for removing atmospheric CO2 and converting it into useful and valuable materials.
In this context, our Technology and Society Laboratory (TSL) is looking for a highly motivated PostDoc or Scientist to
address the systemic aspects of transforming a society from carbon emitting to carbon binding on a planetary scale. TSL
is dedicated to creating knowledge supporting the transformation to a sustainable society within planetary boundaries
by analyzing end evaluating novel materials and technologies from a circularity, life cycle impacts and safety
perspective, and to provide guidance for designing more sustainable materials, technologies and systems.
Your tasks
- Develop a model to investigate strategies to increase dynamic supply of secondary raw materials based on future
sources and technologies and explore the possible effects on transition pathways
- Contribute to the collection, updating, and consolidation of data required to assess the secondary raw materials
potential and characterize stocks and flows e.g. of end-of-life vehicles, waste batteries and waste electrical and
electronic equipment
- Explore systemic effects of carbon-based materials in the existing socio-economic metabolism, in particular on
replacing other primary materials and changing the demand for energy
- Couple material flows with energy systems to explore the complex interplay and feedback between energy and material
systems
- Coordinate and manage Empa's contribution to the Horizon Europe project RawClic on this topic
Your profile
- PhD in environmental engineering, industrial ecology, or similar
- Experience in modelling and evaluating the socio-economic metabolism, for example with material flow analysis or
life cycle assessment
- Deep understanding of engineering principles for evaluating novel technologies and provide guidance for their
ecological design
- Interest in and comprehension of Earth system processes and environmental impacts
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills and fluency in English.
Our offer
We offer a dynamic and stimulating academic environment in a laboratory with more than 50 scientists dedicated to
sustainability transformations. The position will initially be limited to 2 years. Expected start date is 1 September
2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.We live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are
interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities - that's what counts.We look forward to receiving your
complete online application including a letter of motivation, CV, certificates, diplomas and contact details of two
reference persons. Please submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be
considered.SarahStüdli, Bereichspersonalleiterin / HR Partner
Questions?
Dr.KirstenRemmen
Group leader
Technology and Society
Your future place of work
Empa
Lerchenfeldstrasse 5
9014St. Gallen
Empa as an employer
Innovative, sustainable, meaningful activities Creating added value for society International, multicultural working
environment Freedom to create and develop Culture of inclusion and respect Excellent balance between different areas of
life Multiple award-winning and certified employer Benefits for rail, mobile, childcare, catering, etc.
Good to know
Empa website
Working in Switzerland
Employment process
Conditions of employment
Apply now