Senior academic associate UAS

The University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland Valais (HES-SO Valais-Wallis) has over 2,800 students. Through research and innovation, it contributes to economic and social development and the creation of jobs. The new Energypolis campus, home to the School of Engineering, EPFL and modern start-ups, is an innovative ecosystem for education and research. Why not come and join us? In order to strengthen its team, the School of Engineering is inviting applications for a position of: Senior academic associate UAS - Chemistry and Analysis of Biomolecules (80-100%) Your missionContribute to the teaching of organic and general chemistryProvide supervision, instruction and mentorship to students throughout their educational journeyUndertake R&D projects and industrial assignments within the Institute of Life SciencesParticipate in the acquisition of R&D project mandates Your profilePhD in Chemistry, Life Sciences or related fieldA minimum of 5 years of professional experience, in industry or academia,in the field of biomolecule chemistryDemonstrated expertise in the synthesis of biomolecules such as peptides, oligonucleotides, oligosaccharides, etc.Strong skills in the analytics of biomolecules using instrumental techniques such as mass spectrometryExperiencein the use and development of digital tools would be a plusConsidered advantageous: experience in teaching and in R&D project developmentFluentin German and English,proficiencyin French Employment: 80-100%Place of work: SionStarting date: 1 June 2026 or to be agreed upon For further information please contact Birgit Sievert, Head of Life Science Engineering (birgit.sievert(α)Please submit your complete application documents (CV, motivation letter, diplomas and certificates) by 10 January 2026 by clicking on the Apply button. The platform will not be available for applications from 1 December to 9 December 2025. Only online applications will be considered. jid28abcaeafr jit1146afr jpiy25afr