Head of Technology (80-100%)

Ideas drive people. Research moves them forward.

Do you want to contribute to the success of our innovative industries?

scienceindustries is the Swiss business association for chemistry, pharma and life sciences and advocates for the best possible conditions for its over 250 member companies worldwide. As the largest export industry, these contribute over 50% of total exports and almost 40% of Switzerland's private research expenditures. scienceindustries is an influential member of economiesuisse, the umbrella organization of Swiss business.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for a committed personality starting May 1, 2027, or by arrangement, as

Head of Technology (80–100%)

New technologies are fundamentally changing the design of research, development and industrial production. In this newly aligned function, you will be responsible for key technology policy issues for the chemistry, pharma and life sciences industry. You will evaluate opportunities as well as regulatory frameworks for new technologies and combine professional responsibility with a cross-departmental transverse function within scienceindustries. You will also work on important future topics surrounding new technologies and contribute to the competitiveness of Switzerland as an industrial and innovation location.

Your tasks include, in particular:

• Observation, analysis and industry-specific evaluation of technological, political and regulatory developments at national and international levels
• Evaluation of forward-looking research and production technologies (including AI, digitalization, automation) including the assessment of their potential and regulatory need for action for the chemistry, pharma and life sciences industry
• Responsibility for biotechnological topics, including the further development of genomic processes and genetic resources
• Development of positions, statements and technical foundations on technology policy issues
• Support of working groups as well as advising member companies on technological and regulatory issues

Your profile:

• University degree in natural sciences, engineering, economics or law, life sciences or a comparable field of study with a connection to technology and innovation topics
• Good understanding of the chemistry, pharma and life sciences industry in order to assess and strategically classify the potential of new technologies as well as their regulatory implications
• Professional experience related to one or more technology and innovation topics, for example digitalization and artificial intelligence, biotechnology, automation or new production technologies
• Strong interest in new research and production technologies as well as in political and regulatory issues
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technological and regulatory topics, prepare them comprehensibly and merge different perspectives
• Enjoyment of working at the interface of business, science, politics and administration
• Independent, proactive and solution-oriented way of working
• Negotiation skills, confident appearance and strong communication skills
• Very good German and English skills; French skills are an advantage

We offer you a versatile, varied and socially relevant activity with a large degree of creative freedom. A small, committed team, progressive employment conditions and an attractive workplace in a central location in Zürich await you.

Have we made you curious? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents with a compelling cover letter by December 1, 2026, via e-mail.

For further information, Ms. Anna Bozzi is available to you by Tel.

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