Full Professor UAS

Position description

• Acquire, carry out and manage R&D projects in quantitative economic analysis, economic modelling and data management.
• Actively participate in the development of innovative analytical tools to address current economic challenges (financial markets, risk management, public policy, etc.).
• Collaborate with regional, national and international companies, public institutions and universities to develop high-impact projects.
• Establish partnerships with companies, universities and partner schools at regional, national and international levels.
• Disseminate scientific results through articles and presentations at conferences.
• Teach at Bachelor’s and Master’s levels at the School of Management with a focus on econometrics, quantitative analysis, applied macroeconomics and related disciplines.

Selection criteria

• PhD or equivalent.
• Relevant experience in applied research and service provision in an economic or academic context.
• Strong track record in securing and managing government-funded projects (Innosuisse, Innotour, SNSF, NPR, Interreg, Horizon Europe, etc.).
• Experience in teaching at university level and in executing projects with SMEs and large companies.
• Strong interest in teaching at Bachelor’s and Master’s levels and in supervising students in different learning environments.
• Strong interest in innovation, good leadership skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent in French or German with very good knowledge of English.

Employment 80-100%
Place of work Sierre
Starting date September 2025 or tbd

For further information please contact Blaise Larpin, head of the Institute of Tourism (Tel. +41 58 606 90 81, E-Mail : blaise.larpin(α)hevs.ch).

Please submit your complete application documents (CV, motivation letter, diplomas and certificates) by 23 March 2025 by clicking on the Apply button. Only online applications will be considered.