a life cycle assessment specialist (Scientist 80% - 100%) in Dübendorf

who will participate in data gathering activities to model and evaluate the potential environmental impacts from information & communication technologies (ICT). This work will thus update and develop our understanding of the ICT sector and its potential impacts on the environment.

 

The position is to be filled as soon as possible.

 

Your tasks

 

The open position will give you the opportunity to participate in data gathering activities for the creation and update of life cycle assessment (LCA) datasets on devices and use scenarios for the ICT sector. You will carry out a literature review, create life cycle inventory datasets and get feedback from experts during the review process. You will analyze the potential environmental impacts of ICT devices and use scenarios based on this new more recent information. The position will also provide the possibility to collaborate with other researchers on the use and development of the LCA framework.

Your profile

 

• A master degree in environmental/natural sciences or engineering
• Experience with the LCA method and/or material flow analysis
• Preferably first experiences in the area of ICT solutions and its infrastructure
• Attention to details and interest for conceptual models
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English (both written and oral)
• Elementary proficiency in German and/or French is an advantage

 

The position is limited to 2 years, with the option for an extension.

For further information about the position please contact Dr. Didier Beloin-Saint-Pierre, project manager of these research activities, phone +41 58 765 72 65 or the team leader Dr. Roland Hischier . You can also visit our website and see our .

We look forward to receiving your online application including a letter of motivation, CV, diplomas with transcripts and contact details of two referees. Please upload the requested documents through our webpage. Applications via email will not be considered.

Empa, Esther Zürcher, Human Resources, Lerchenfeldstrasse 5, 9014 St. Gallen, Switzerland.