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Head of Research

Electrical Engineering

Heads of Research (often also referred to as "Head of R&D") manage the research department and its employees. They plan research projects, implement them and monitor their success. They are responsible for the budget and ensure that the necessary technical and regulatory documentation is available. They ensure cross-divisional collaboration with internal and external partners.

Entry
~CHF 76'000
CHF 6'333/Mt.
Mid
~CHF 95'000
CHF 7'917/Mt.
Senior
~CHF 123'500
CHF 10'292/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education
LevelUniversity of Applied Sciences
Duration36 months

Your path to Head of Research

Secondary School

You are here

Decision
Apprenticeship + BMS → UASHigh School → UAS (with internship)FMS + Baccalaureate → UAS

Preparation

Vocational or specialized baccalaureate

3–5 years

University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor's degree

3 years

Optional: Master UAS

1.5–2 years

Career Start

Bachelor/Master

Starting salary: CHF 76'000/year

Academic Requirements
🔢 Mathematics8/10
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🔬 Science8/10
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💻 IT7/10
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🔧 Manual2/10
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🎨 Artistic2/10
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📊 Ratings
⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10
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🎨 Creativity8/10
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🤝 Social Contact7/10
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💪 Physical Demands2/10
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📈 Career Growth7/10
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🔮 Future Outlook5/10
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🔥 Demand (current)5/10
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AI Risk2/10
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