Deadline: 31/05/2021
The International Space Science Institute (ISSI) in Bern, Switzerland, invites applications for a part–time position of Director.
The new Director isexpected to spend about 30% (negotiable) ofher/his time working for ISSI at the Institute’s premises in Bern, Switzerland, starting in October 2021 or by agreement. The appointment will be for a period of four years renewable once. Under the leadership of the Executive Director, each of the Directors of ISSI provides the inspirational scientific environment of the Institute in her/his area of research, namely, (i) Earth Observation, (ii) Solar and Plasma Physics, (iii) Planetary Sciences, and (iv)Astrophysics and Cosmology. The directors are the driving force behind the various activities taking place at ISSI in their fields of research: scientific workshops, forums, working groups and international teams. Their recognized scientific stature ensures the visibility and guarantees the high scientific standards of the Institute.