Deputy Director of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering

EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institutions: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 18,500 people, including over 14,000 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries.

Deputy Director of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering

Mission

The Institute of Mechanical Engineering (IGM) is seeking a Deputy Director of the Institute (40%) starting on January 1, 2026, or on another mutually agreed date close to this.

In order to strengthen its strategic and operational leadership, the STI Faculty is looking for its future Assistant to the Director of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering. Reporting directly to the Director of the Institute, you will play a key role in the management of the Institute, with strong involvement in internal and external academic relations.

The ideal candidate has an excellent knowledge of EPFL and holds an engineering degree, preferably in the field of mechanical engineering (a PhD would be an asset). He/she demonstrates strong skills in management and institutional communication, as well as a strong interest in the academic environment. This position is intended for a person who wishes to pursue a career in academia and management.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Activities associated with this role include:

  • Planning and facilitating internal seminars;

  • Editing and maintaining the website;

  • Preparing press kits, brochures, activity reports, etc.;

  • Liaising with professional associations and universities or research centers active in the field of mechanical engineering.

  Organizing and coordinating the administration of IGM:

  • Preparing and coordinating the budget;

  • Coordinating and managing infrastructure;

  • Coordinating and monitoring the budgets of professors and visiting researchers;

  • Preparing and monitoring statistical indicators of IGM activities;

  • Coordinating and providing logistical support for IGM audits;

  • Supporting recruitment campaigns for IGM professors.

  These tasks require extensive interaction and coordination with EPFL central services and the STI Faculty, as well as with IGM laboratories.

Profile

• You have solid experience in administrative management;

• You show a strong interest in university education and greatly value interaction with research laboratories;

• You have strong teamwork skills and an excellent sense of organization;

• You are fluent in French and English; knowledge of any other European language is an asset.

We offer

• A dynamic and multicultural working environment within a multidisciplinary institution of international renown;

• Attractive working conditions;

• Opportunities for continuing education.

Informations

Contract Start Date : 01/01/2026

Activity Rate Min : 40,00

Activity Rate Max : 40,00

Contract Type: CDI

Duration:

Reference: 1955

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