Legal Counsel im Bereich der Naturwissenschaften (m/w/d) — ETH Zürich

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Legal Counsel in the field of natural sciences (m/f/d)

100%, Zurich, unlimited

ETH Zurich is one of the world's leading technical and scientific universities. Within the Vice-Presidium for Knowledge Transfer and Economic Relations, the Research Contract Group supports researchers in putting their projects on a secure legal footing with national and international partners.

In order to strengthen our team, we are looking for a solution-oriented personality as Legal Counsel.

Project background

Your role at the interface between research and law

In this position, you will be part of a small team « Natural Sciences » within the research contract group and work on legal issues and contracts for research projects in selected specialist areas of responsibility, in particular materials science, chemistry and mechanical engineering. They advise researchers and central offices at ETH Zurich and accompany projects at the interface of science, technology development and application. You work regularly on projects with technical and economic implications, in particular in connection with research cooperations, industrial partnerships, material and technology transfer as well as project-related know-how issues. Her work includes the independent drafting, examination and negotiation of contracts with national and international partners as well as the legal support of complex project-related issues.

Job description

Preparation, examination and negotiation of contracts for research projects, in particular in the fields of materials science, chemistry and mechanical engineering, with national and international partners (e.g. research cooperation, industrial cooperation, material transfer, technology transfer and confidentiality agreements).

Advising and supporting researchers on legal and contractual issues related to technology-oriented research projects, in particular in cooperation with industrial partners and other academic institutions.

Close cooperation with central interfaces, in particular the legal service, ETH transfer and other internal departments, to ensure coherent legal solutions.

Coordination with internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, industry partners, universities, research institutions and other project partners.

Participation in the further development and standardization of processes for technology-oriented research projects within ETH Zurich, with a focus on efficient, legally compliant and practical processes.

Design and conduct information events and training for researchers on legal aspects of research contracts, industrial cooperation and technology-oriented projects.

Active participation in the contract portfolio, especially in the fields of materials science, chemistry and mechanical engineering, within the research contract group.

Profile

We are looking for an integrative personality who quickly penetrates complex issues and enjoys working closely together in a diverse environment.

• Education: You have a Swiss university degree in law.
• Experience: Experience in an industrial environment or at the interface between industry and academia is advantageous. Ideally, you will have an understanding of how different interests can be brought together legally and practically in research cooperations.
• Competences: You have excellent analytical and conceptual skills, negotiating skills and assertiveness, as well as the ability to quickly familiarize yourself with new topics and deal flexibly with complex issues. A quick comprehension and a high degree of personal responsibility distinguish you as well as an efficient and exact working method.
• Languages: You communicate and negotiate stylishly in German and English (word and writing). Knowledge of French is an advantage.
• Mindset: You work efficiently, accurately and solution-oriented and have a strong team spirit and high social competence. They have the necessary sense in the third-party funding of a university, where scientists must be supported quickly and pragmatically.

By formulating clear and unambiguous contractual regulations, you lay the basis for the later practical implementation of the research results. They are able to independently organize a heterogeneous portfolio of deals and complete them on time. By working quickly, solution-oriented and prudently, you enable researchers to carry out their excellent projects.

If you are also interested in scientific, technical and economic contexts, you have ideal conditions.

Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive changes in society. We are committed to a sustainable and climate-neutral university.

We offer

• A large, experienced team of lawyers;
• Numerous benefits, such as public transport subscriptions and car sharing, a wide range of sports activities offered by the ASVZ, childcare and attractive pension services;
• Flexible working and possibility for home office.

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 foster a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all employees and students are respected. 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 key value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? We are too.

We look forward to your online application with the following documents:

• Letter of motivation
• CVC
• Employment certificates and diplomas

More information about the Research Contract Group can be found on our website. For information, Mrs. Alexa Mundy, [email protected], (no application documents), is at your disposal.

Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications by e-mail or by post will not be considered.

We are happy to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

For recruitment agencies, the terms and conditions of ETH Zurich apply.

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the best technical science universities in the world. We are known for our excellent teaching, groundbreaking basic research and the direct transfer of new findings into society. More than 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find an environment that promotes independent thinking and a climate that inspires excellence. At the heart of Europe and globally networked, we jointly develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.