Head of Infrastructures

Ref 2591052 | Date: 13 Nov 2026 !EPFL EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institution: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17,000 people, including over 12,500 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries. Head of Infrastructures Mission Under the responsibility of the Dean of the School of Engineering (STI), you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the infrastructure activities of the faculty across its different sites. You will ensure the smooth operation of STI infrastructure and associated services, coordinate renovation and laboratory installation projects, manage space allocation, and act as the main interface between STI research units, EPFL central services, and external partners. You will lead the STI Infrastructure unit (STI-IN), supervise its activities, and provide practical solutions to technical and operational challenges in a dynamic academic and research environment. Main duties and responsibilities 1. Infrastructure Management and Coordination Oversee STI's daily infrastructure operations, including laboratories, shared facilities, scientific equipment logistics, and associated services. Act as the main contact for STI research units, coordinating infrastructure needs and technical solutions with EPFL central services and external partners. 1. Renovation and Infrastructure Projects Manage laboratory renovations, modifications, and installations, from needs assessment to completion, ensuring compliance with budgets and deadlines. Coordinate infrastructure requirements for new professors, research groups, and shared scientific facilities. 1. Space Management and Logistics Oversee space allocation, lead the