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Head of School of Engineering and Computer Science

“I have a passion for sailing. In my leading role at BFH, I am very much like a skipper. I look ahead, read the wind and the weather and steer a steady course alongside my crew.”

Head of School of Engineering and Computer Science

80 - 100 %
Permanent
Biel and Burgdorf
01.02.2026 or by common agreement
To start with, here are some of our strong points
  • Practised and accessible transdisciplinarity paired with a unique blend of research and teaching.
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  • When looking for solutions, it helps to be curious and to think truly outside the box.
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  • Responsibility in hugely exciting projects for the future attracting attention beyond the professional world.
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  • Working with smart people of different professional backgrounds who want, like you, to do things and make a difference.
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  • National and international networks and contacts with business, economy, society and the political world.
And here are even more good reasons to opt for BFH
What you'll be doing here
  • Develop and successfully implement a forward-looking strategy for teaching and research in engineering and computer science
  • Actively promote interdisciplinary projects and social impact
  • Develop an inspiring leadership and team development
  • Establish cooperation with universities and partner institutions across language borders
  • Actively shape the new Campus Biel/Bienne as a modern education and research institution for engineering, architecture and computer science
What you'll bring with you
  • University degree, preferably with a doctorate, and sound leadership experience in the university sector
  • Positive track record in teaching, research and practice in the field of engineering or computer science
  • Strategic vision paired with diplomatic skills to move confidently in the political environment and in dialogue with diverse stakeholder groups
  • Team-oriented personality who inspires others to achieve common goals, strong network
  • Communication skills to both convince and motivate – in German, French, and English
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School of Engineering and Computer Science

In the School of Engineering and Computer Science we don't move with the times, mostly we are a bit ahead of them! We find it fascinating what benefits technology can have in people's everyday lives. We gain knowledge through research and joint projects with industry and business. This exchange brings about cutting-edge insights that we continually share with students.

Doing something meaningful in a fascinating environment and with an outlook to the future: a job at Bern University of Applied Sciences makes perfect sense.

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