Project Manager Research 80-100%

Project Manager Research 80-100% Project Manager Research (80–100%) Do you want to combine scientific research with social impact? Sucht Schweiz is a national non-profit foundation that is committed to the prevention and reduction of problems related to addictive behavior. At the interface of research, prevention, and policy, we actively participate in social debates and convey scientifically based findings. For our research department, we are looking for a committed personality who leads national research projects with high visibility, develops new scientific initiatives, and actively shapes the future of our research. Your tasks: In this responsible function, you will take over the management and further development of a portfolio of scientific research projects. These include, in particular, significant national projects such as the Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) study, the Cann-L pilot trial, and the Observatorium Tabakmarketing (OMATA). You will play a key role within our research department and actively shape national research projects of high social relevance. You will report directly to the Head of Research and work closely with an interdisciplinary and bilingual team. Management, coordination, and implementation of complex research projects from planning to successful completion Further development of existing research axes as well as acquisition of new research projects and third-party funds Preparation of funding applications and participation in national tenders Ensuring project quality in terms of time, budget, and risks Analysis and interpretation of scientific data as well as writing research reports and scientific publications Presentation of research results to experts, authorities, funding institutions, and other stakeholders Technical support and coordination of scientific staff within project teams Maintenance and expansion of long-term cooperation with public institutions and project funders (BAG, cantonal authorities, foundations, etc.) Your profile You have a solid scientific education and experience in leading demanding research projects. You work independently, take responsibility, and move securely in the exchange with different stakeholder groups. What you bring: University degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Public Health, Social Sciences, Social Psychology, or a comparable field Several years of professional experience in scientific research and in the management of complex research projects Very good knowledge of quantitative research methods as well as experience with statistical programs such as SPSS, R, or STATA German or French at native language level as well as excellent knowledge of the other language (at least C1) Very good editorial skills as well as the ability to prepare complex scientific content in a target-group-specific manner Independent, structured, and careful working method with high organizational competence Additionally, an advantage: Experience in the successful acquisition of research projects and third-party funds Leadership experience or experience in the technical management of interdisciplinary teams Knowledge in the field of addiction, public health, or health promotion Good English skills What you can expect from us We offer you a varied activity with high social relevance and a lot of creative leeway. Look forward to: leading national research projects with high visibility a transparent and fair salary system an engaged, interdisciplinary, and bilingual team a appreciative work environment a 40-hour week at 100% up to one-third home office 5 weeks of vacation, from the 50th year of age 6 weeks a financed SBB Halbtax an above-average employer contribution to the pension fund (60% / 40%) Interested? Do you want to make a concrete social contribution with your research? We look forward to receiving your complete application documents and the specification of your earliest possible entry date. For questions, Ms. Marina Delgrande, Head of Research, is available at mdelgrande(at). jpid1499aa1jm jpit0728jm jpiy26jm