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EPFL is establishing an institutional framework for the management of human biological samples and sensitive research data to strengthen its capacity for world-leading research. The position seeks an experienced and visionary coordinator to establish and develop this new capability.

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Lead the implementation of EPFL's institutional strategy for human biological samples and sensitive research data
Develop a long-term roadmap for human research infrastructure at EPFL in coordination with operational teams
Identify opportunities for national and international partnerships and participation in research infrastructures
Establish and maintain governance frameworks for human biological samples and sensitive data, including policies for acquisition, access, sharing, reuse, and stewardship
Support institutional alignment with ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements (Swiss HRA, GDPR, data protection, biobanking standards)
Promote harmonization and best practices across EPFL laboratories and research units
Serve as the institutional point of coordination for compliance topics involving human research
Facilitate interactions between researchers, IT services, Legal Affairs, Ethics Affairs, the Data Protection Office, and external partners
Coordinate EPFL's participation in national and international infrastructures and biobanking networks
Oversee budget planning for the human research infrastructure ecosystem
Represent EPFL in relevant governance bodies, working groups, and strategic partnerships
Oversee the development of secure research environments and trusted research infrastructures for sensitive data
Work with operational teams to implement robust processes for traceability, data governance, and responsible data use
Provide strategic oversight of the establishment and evolution of EPFL's biobank services
Support the integration of EPFL's biobank services with the School of Life Sciences and clinical partners
Define quality-management expectations and appropriate certification frameworks
Establish institutional KPIs, reporting mechanisms, and evaluation processes
Provide expert guidance to researchers developing projects involving human samples or sensitive data
Promote training and awareness programs and foster a culture of responsible and compliant research across EPFL

Profil

PhD or equivalent advanced degree in life sciences, biomedical sciences, genetics, bioinformatics, public health, or a related field
Significant experience managing human biological samples, human subjects/clinical research data and clinical trials
Demonstrated experience in research infrastructure leadership, biobanking governance, data governance, or large-scale biomedical programs
Strong understanding of ethical, legal, and regulatory frameworks relevant to human research in Switzerland as well as Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders and organizational units
Experience with data governance and secure data environments
Ability to provide strategic leadership in complex, multi-partner environments
Excellent communication, negotiation and organizational skills
Experience with national or international biomedical infrastructures
Experience with biobank governance, sample management systems, or laboratory information systems

Rahmenbedingungen

Location: Lausanne, EPFL
Reference: 2581058

Benefits

Exceptional working environment at the heart of a dynamic university campus community (17,000+ people including 12,500+ students and 4,000+ researchers from 120+ countries)

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Institutional Coordinator Human Research Infrastructure

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