Researcher / Researcher in Digital Methods for Sustainability of Materials, Products and Production Systems — SUPSI / DTI
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 3 days ago
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.
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.
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.
