Legal Counsel / Contracts Specialist for ETH Zurich | Space — ETH Zürich
CHF 85'000 - 145'000
ETH Zürich · Zurich (ZH)
- Location
- Zurich
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 74 days ago
SalaryCHF 85'000 - 145'000
Role overview
Legal Counsel / Contracts Specialist for ETH Zurich | Space
100%, Zurich, permanent
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities in the fields of science and engineering.
- Legal Counsel / Contracts Specialist for ETH Zurich | Space
- 100%, Zurich, permanent
- Your key responsibilities
- You will independently review, draft and negotiate complex national and international research and development contracts, in particular Research Collaboration Agreements, Consortium Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and other research and cooperation agreements.
- You will be part of a strong team of around 20 legal professionals in the Research Contracts Group, where you will benefit from their broad expertise and mutual exchange of ideas.
- such as public transport season tickets and car-sharing schemes, a wide range of sports activities organised by the ASVZ, childcare, and attractive pension schemes We value diversity and sustainability
Main responsibilities
- Your key responsibilities
- You will independently review, draft and negotiate complex national and international research and development contracts, in particular Research Collaboration Agreements, Consortium Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and other research and cooperation agreements.
- You will manage projects with international space agencies, research institutions and industry partners, particularly within the context of the European Space Agency (ESA), NASA, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and other international space and research partners.
- You will advise researchers and project managers on legal issues relating to international research collaborations, intellectual property, liability matters and other contractual risks.
- You will provide support on matters relating to export controls and dual-use goods, working closely with the relevant compliance units at ETH Zurich.
- You will provide proactive and solution-oriented advice to researchers and project managers throughout the entire project lifecycle – from project initiation to successful completion.
- You will further develop contract templates, guidelines and standard processes for the efficient and legally compliant management of space and research projects.
- You will work closely with ETH transfer, compliance units and other internal and external stakeholders.
- You will make a significant contribution to ensuring that international research collaborations are legally sound, whilst at the same time safeguarding the research community’s ability to act. Profile
- We are looking for someone who can quickly grasp complex issues, develop pragmatic solutions and takes pleasure in supporting researchers in a world-class international research environment.
What the company offers
- You will be part of a strong team of around 20 legal professionals in the Research Contracts Group, where you will benefit from their broad expertise and mutual exchange of ideas.
- such as public transport season tickets and car-sharing schemes, a wide range of sports activities organised by the ASVZ, childcare, and attractive pension schemes We value diversity and sustainability
- In line with our values , ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture.
- We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected.
- Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.
- Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future .
- Curious?
- So are we.
Application process
- We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents: Cover letter CV Employment references and diplomas
- Further information about ETH's Research Contracts Group and on ETH Zurich │ Space can be found on our website.
- Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal.
- We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.
- For recruitment services the GTC of ETH Zurich apply. About ETH Zürich
- ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in
- science and technology.
- We are renowned for our excellent education,
Contacts
- Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
- Questions may be addressed to Andreas Klöti, Head Research Contracts Group, [email protected] (no applications).
Additional details
- To strengthen our team, we are seeking, with immediate effect or by agreement, a committed, solution-oriented and strong negotiator to take on the role of Legal Counsel for ETH Zurich │ Space.
- You will make a significant contribution to ensuring that international research collaborations are legally sound, whilst at the same time safeguarding the research community’s ability to act.
- If, in addition, you have an interest in the space sector, cutting-edge technology and international research collaborations, and are passionate about scientific innovation, you are ideally suited for this role.
- Benefits , such as public transport season tickets and car-sharing schemes, a wide range of sports activities organised by the ASVZ, childcare, and attractive pension schemes We value diversity and sustainability
- We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents: Employment references and diplomas
- For recruitment services the GTC of ETH Zurich apply.
- cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge
- environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe,
Notes and original content
- Job description
- Benefits , such as public transport season tickets and car-sharing schemes, a wide range of sports activities organised by the ASVZ, childcare, and attractive pension schemes
- We value diversity and sustainability
- We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Employment references and diplomas
- About ETH Zürich
- into society.
- environment that inspires excellence.
- Located in the heart of Europe,
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