Based at the Embassy of Switzerland in Canberra, the Junior Science Project Coordinator supports the Science and Technology Office (STO) through administrative, communications, and event coordination functions.

The role primarily contributes to the development and coordination of the Swiss Australian Academic Network (SAAN), including its governance processes, chapter development, partnerships, website and social media presence, and broader community engagement activities.

See full job description here: Junior Science Project Coordinator.

To apply for this position, please submit your application via the SEEK portal here.

Your application should include a motivation letter in English, a CV/resume in English, a copy of your university diploma and/or latest academic reports, letters of recommendation (if available), relevant work certificates (if available), and contact details for referees. Applications must be submitted by 26 July 2026.

For any questions regarding the position or the application process, please contact the Embassy’s Science Counsellor, Tristan Piguet, at tristan.piguet@eda.admin.ch.

Australian early- and mid-career researchers can apply for up to A$8,500 to undertake a 14–28 day collaborative research visit in Switzerland with a leading host institution. Open to researchers within 15 years of their PhD, the program supports short-term research collaborations in chemistry and biology and aims to foster lasting international partnerships. The grants support research visits—not conference attendance—and applications are open until 16 September 2026, with travel taking place during 2027.

See website of the Australian Academy of Sciences