Researcher / Researcher in Digital Methods for Sustainability of Materials, Products and Production Systems — SUPSI / DTI
NewCHF 51'500 - 88'000
SUPSI / DTI · Lugano (TI)
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
SalaryCHF 51'500 - 88'000
Role overview
Researcher in Digital Methods for the Sustainability of Materials, Products and Production Systems
The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Italian Switzerland (SUPSI) is offering a position as
Researcher / Researcher in Digital Methods for the Sustainability of Materials, Products and Production Systems at the
- Researcher in Digital Methods for the Sustainability of Materials, Products and Production Systems
- The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Italian Switzerland (SUPSI) is offering a position as
- and activities
- Carries out applied research on the issues of sustainability of materials and production systems, with particular attention to the development and evolution of integrated evaluation methods supported by digital tools.
- Master (MSc o MSE) in Ingegneria, preferibilmente in Ingegneria Industriale, Gestionale o discipline affini.
- Esperienza di ricerca applicata sui temi della sostenibilità dei sistemi produttivi, con particolare attenzione all'integrazione tra metodi di valutazione, strumenti digitali e processi decisionali.
Main responsibilities
- and activities
- Carries out applied research on the issues of sustainability of materials and production systems, with particular attention to the development and evolution of integrated evaluation methods supported by digital tools.
- Contributes to the methodological development of innovative approaches for sustainability assessment, including the extension towards new metrics, prospective and ex-ante approaches, eco-cost and emerging indicators, depending on the needs of research and industrial innovation.
- Participates in the integration of sustainability methods within software platforms and digital tools, collaborating with IT and data management profiles to define scientific and functional requirements.
- Develops research activities focused on specific thematic areas, such as sustainable and bio-based materials, carbon footprint and carbon removal, energy minimization in production systems and sustainable logistics, encouraging the convergence of these themes in a coherent line of research.
- Contributes autonomously to scientific production, through the drafting of articles for conferences and scientific journals and the presentation of the results in national and international contexts.
- Participates in research activities carried out within national and European projects, providing qualified scientific contributions and contributing to the development of the institute's research lines.
- Contributes to the writing of project proposals as a natural extension of one's research activity, with particular reference to the definition of the scientific line, the methodological approach and the impact elements.
- Supports training, teaching and supervision activities of bachelor and master students, ensuring coherence between training contents and developed research topics. Requirements
- Master's degree (MSc or MSE) in Engineering, preferably in Industrial Engineering, Management or similar disciplines.
Key requirements
- Master (MSc o MSE) in Ingegneria, preferibilmente in Ingegneria Industriale, Gestionale o discipline affini.
- Esperienza di ricerca applicata sui temi della sostenibilità dei sistemi produttivi, con particolare attenzione all'integrazione tra metodi di valutazione, strumenti digitali e processi decisionali.
- Comprovata capacità di contribuire allo sviluppo e all'evoluzione di metodi di valutazione della sostenibilità, includendo l'estensione verso nuove metriche, approcci prospettici (ex-ante), eco-cost e indicatori emergenti.
- Specializzazione tematica documentabile in almeno due dei seguenti ambiti, con capacità di sviluppare una linea di ricerca coerente e autonoma: materiali sostenibili e bio-based
- carbon footprint, carbon removal e valutazione del potenziale di riduzione delle emissioni
- energy minimization e ottimizzazione energetica nei sistemi produttivi
- logistica sostenibile e integrazione tra sostenibilità e operations
- end-of-life management di consumables, inclusi processi di sorting e individuazione di percorsi di valorizzazione ad alto valore aggiunto.
- Capacità di coordinare piccoli team di ricerca nell'ambito di progetti di ricerca finanziati, mantenendo un approccio scientifico e collaborativo.
- Capacità di sviluppare e consolidare una produzione scientifica autonoma, con contributi a conferenze e/o riviste scientifiche coerenti con la linea di ricerca.
- Attitudine al lavoro autonomo, spirito di iniziativa e capacità di operare in contesti di ricerca multidisciplinari.
- Ottima conoscenza della lingua inglese e di almeno una lingua nazionale; la conoscenza di una seconda lingua nazionale costituisce titolo preferenziale.
Application process
- Application
- Only applications submitted by the 30th will be taken into consideration August 2026
- via the dedicated application form, accompanied by:
- Curriculum vitae.
- Letter of motivation which also includes a short description of the experience (1-2 pages). Copy of diplomas and study certificates Any work certificates
- Marzio Sorlini.
- Incomplete applications, sent to different addresses or after the established deadline will not be accepted.
- In addition to the documents required for the online application, additional documentation may be necessary, such as a criminal record or a copy of an identity document.
Contacts
- List of three references (name and email address). For further information you can contact Prof.
Additional details
- Researcher / Researcher in Digital Methods for the Sustainability of Materials, Products and Production Systems Responsibilities and activities
- Supports training, teaching and supervision activities of bachelor and master students, ensuring coherence between training contents and developed research topics.
- Documentable thematic specialization in at least two of the following areas, with the ability to develop a coherent and autonomous line of research: sustainable and bio-based materials; carbon footprint, carbon removal and evaluation of the potential for reducing emissions; energy minimization and energy optimization in production systems; sustainable logistics and integration between sustainability and operations; end-of-life management of consumables, including sorting processes and identification of high added value valorization paths.
- Excellent knowledge of English and at least one national language; knowledge of a second national language is an advantage.
- Only applications submitted by the 30th will be taken into consideration
- Letter of motivation which also includes a short description of the experience (1-2 pages). Copy of diplomas and study certificates Any work certificates
- List of three references (name and email address). For further information you can contact
Notes and original content
- Researcher / Researcher in Digital Methods for the Sustainability of Materials, Products and Production Systems
- Responsibilities and activities
- Requirements
- What we offer
- August 2026
- Letter of motivation which also includes a short description of the experience (1-2 pages).
- Copy of diplomas and study certificates
- Any work certificates
- List of three references (name and email address).
- For further information you can contact
Questions about this listing
What salary does SUPSI / DTI offer for this role?
SUPSI / DTI lists CHF 51'500 - 88'000 gross per year for this position in Lugano. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does SUPSI / DTI offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with SUPSI / DTI during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status.
How do I apply for this position at SUPSI / DTI?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to SUPSI / DTI's original listing at supsi.ch, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
