The University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland Valais (HES-SO Valais-Wallis) has over 2,800 students. Through research and innovation, it contributes to economic and social development and the creation of jobs. Located in the heart of the canton of Valais, the School of Management is a pioneering establishment that moves with the times, offering tertiary-level courses that are highly vocational and student-focused. Thanks to its degree programmes, its research institutes and its close relationships with local economic actors, it represents a genuinely innovative ecosystem for training and research. We're helping build the future of the canton of Valais. Why not come and join us?
To strengthen the Business Administration and Energy and Environmental Engineering degree programmes and the Institute of Energy and Environment, the School of Management is seeking a
Professor UAS in Energy Economics (80-100 %)
Position description
Teaching at Bachelor's, Master's and continuing education level in economics and energy
Active participation in the Institute's applied research and development activities
Acquisition, management and implementation of research projects in the fields of energy and economics, in particular in cooperation with industrial and institutional partners
Contribution to the dissemination and exploitation of research results through publications and conference presentations
Participation in the interdisciplinary education of students in business administration and engineering
Selection criteria
PhD or significant research experience equivalent to a doctoral degree
Research experience and sound knowledge of Swiss academic stakeholders in the field of energy economics
Excellent understanding of the operation and regulation of energy markets
Good understanding of economic stakeholders in the Swiss energy sector
Ability to teach at different levels (Bachelor's, Master's and continuing education)
Autonomy and initiative in acquiring and managing research projects, including the preparation of funding proposals and the management of internal and external partnerships
Native speaker of French or German, with very good command of the second language and of English
Your opportunities:
Contribute to the energy transition and the decarbonisation of the economy within an interdisciplinary institute
Educate and train the next generation of economists and engineers specialising in energy
Develop your own research agenda in coordination with other professors at the Institute of Energy and Environment
Employment 80 - 100%
Places of work Sierre and Sion
Starting date from July 2026
For further information please contact Dominique Fumeaux, director of the School of Management (dominique.fumeaux@hevs.ch).
Please submit your complete application documents (CV, motivation letter, diplomas and certificates) by 22 february 2026 by clicking on the Apply button. Only online applications will be considered.