Tierschutzbeauftragte:r (m/w/d) — ETH Zürich

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Animal welfare officer:r (m/f/d) 60%-100%, Zurich, temporary Printed Printing Animal Welfare & 3R is embedded in the Vice President’s area of responsibility for research and deals with topics related to animal welfare, education and training, 3R, and communication. It examines and evaluates research projects involving animal experiments, thereby contributing to the promotion of ethical research and the strengthening of exemplary and professional handling of animals. For a temporary maternity representation we are looking for 1. January 2027 an initiative and reliable personality. The position is limited until the end of August 2027. At most, there is the possibility of a permanent employment directly afterwards. Job description

• In a team with three other animal protection officers, as well as with the additional staff of the specialist office, you work in the field of animal experimental research and deal with scientific and ethical aspects.
• They support researchers and animal husbandry at ETH Zurich and their collaboration partners in the approval process of animal testing and animal husbandry licenses.
• Furthermore, you carry out internal controls to ensure the quality of the tests and postures, actively promote the 3Rs and support transparent communication in the field of animal testing. Profile
• Thanks to a completed doctoral thesis or a veterinary degree with research experience in a biomedical field, you will know the research first hand
• They have the required training by type. 129b Animal welfare regulation
• With your English skills, you can easily communicate verbally and in writing in our international environment.
• Good knowledge of German in words and writing support you in dealing with authorities and in the ETH administration
• A diplomatic personality is needed to consider various points of view in daily work
• They are characterized by a structured, careful and solution-oriented way of working
• They are interested in interdisciplinary cooperation and in the further development of animal welfare and 3R Place of work We offer Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive changes in society!
• As part of the Animal Welfare & 3R department, you can support and pursue ETH Zurich’s first-class, dynamic research in various research areas.
• In cooperation with various internal and external partners, animal welfare, the 3R and transparent communication are promoted.
• In the case of further permanent employment, additional responsibilities such as taking over projects or sitting on committees are planned. In addition, you can expect up-to-date employment conditions as well as numerous offers and discounts, such as ÖV subscriptions and car sharing, a broad sports offer from the ASVZ, child care and attractive pension services. chevron right Working, teaching and researching at ETH Zurich Diversity and sustainability are important to us In line with our values, ETH Zurich supports an inclusive culture. We promote equal opportunities, value diversity and cultivate a working and learning environment that respects the rights and dignity of all employees and students. On our website on equal opportunities and diversity, you will learn how we ensure a fair and open environment in which everyone can develop and flourish. Sustainability is a centre for us