The Department of Biology (www.biol.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned tenured professorship at the Institute of Biochemistry (IBC; www.bc.biol.ethz.ch).
The successful candidate is expected to lead an independent, world-class research programme in the area of cellular organization and dynamics, working at the interface of cell biology, biochemistry and biophysics to tackle cutting edge problems in their field. Example research areas include the spatial, temporal and biophysical organization of cells, gene expression, genome organization, genome plasticity and stability, regulation of cell growth and division, organelle function, membrane biology, membrane-less compartments, intracellular trafficking and transport, and mechanisms of quality control and cellular homeostasis. The new professor will investigate biological systems at the cell, tissue and/or (model) organism level, possibly driving the development of new technologies to probe cellular parameters. Integration of concepts from different fields to develop unified models of cellular function that go beyond correlative observations is desired. The professorship will be embedded in the Department of Biology, which provides complementing expertise in structural biology, functional genomics, systems and computational biology, tissue development and homeostasis, molecular oncology and more.
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. In general, at ETH Zurich undergraduate level courses are taught in German and English and graduate level courses are taught in English.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 31 August 2026.
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (www.eaps.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position.
Depending on the candidate’s qualifications and career stage, the appointment will be made either at the level of Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) or Professor. The successful candidate is expected to develop an innovative research programme focused on the processes of ore formation, including a significant field-based component. A strong analytical foundation is essential. The research should contribute to a fundamental understanding of the processes controlling the formation, enrichment, and sustainable utilisation of critical mineral resources required for the energy transition and future low-carbon technologies.
Research themes of interest include, but are not limited to, the physical and chemical mechanisms governing critical element enrichment, the timescales of ore formation, mineral precipitation from fluids and melts, the valorisation of anthropogenic resources, and integrated approaches to resource assessment and sustainability. Candidates with a proven track record in field-based research, as well as experience in industry and policy engagement, are particularly encouraged to apply. The ability to effectively communicate with the public sector on issues related to sustainable raw material extraction is also highly desirable.
The successful candidate will integrate analytical innovation and theoretical modelling, forging strong connections with the mining and resource sectors. Building productive collaborations with stakeholders across government, industry, and both natural and anthropogenic resource sectors will be a key aspect of the role.
The new professor and her/his research group will contribute to introductory and advanced courses on ore formation and its sustainable exploitation, as well as to field and laboratory training. In general, at ETH Zurich undergraduate-level courses are taught in German or English and graduate-level courses are taught in English. At the assistant professor level, commitment to teaching and the ability to lead a research group are expected.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of early-career scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 31 October 2026.
The Department of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences (www.chab.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich and the PSI Center for Neutron and Muon Sciences (CNM, www.psi.ch/en/cnm) at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI), Villigen (www.psi.ch) invite applications for a joint professorship in Solid-State Materials.
The new professor will lead, in a joint appointment with ETH Zurich, the Laboratory for Multiscale materials eXperiments (LMX) in CNM, and will thus benefit from the access to PSI’s unique large-scale experimental facilities and analytical infrastructure infrastructure (Swiss spallation neutron source SINQ, Swiss muon source SµS, Swiss light source SLS, and the Swiss free electron laser SwissFEL). An excellent international record of research accomplishments in the following areas is anticipated (non-exhaustive list): materials discovery, advanced structural characterization, electronic materials, and quantum materials, 2D-materials and their applications in electronic and optoelectronics.
The research programme at the interface of inorganic chemistry, condensed matter physics, and materials science may include design, synthesis, characterization and applications of solid-state inorganic materials. High-quality, single-crystalline materials may be produced using a wide range of synthetic approaches, including solid-state, flux, chemical vapor deposition, and thin-film growth methods. The materials scope could cover high-quality single-crystalline materials from bulk crystals to thin films and heterostructures to 2D materials, to drive the discovery of novel materials offering transformative potential for devices in quantum technologies, neuromorphic computing, energy harvesting, and optoelectronics. Avenues for characterization methods may include X-ray, scattering, total- and diffuse scattering methods, advanced solid-state NMR, and electronic and spin spectroscopy using neutron and muon spin rotation techniques. Highly welcome are research programs that foster synergies with the Paul Scherrer Institute's facilities (SINQ, SµS, SLS, SwissFEL) and the European Spallation Source in Sweden.
Strong and proven leadership skills, demonstrated by a track record for leading a large group or unit, are essential. The future professor is expected to develop a strong international world-class research programme in solid-state materials, while offering support and mentorship to several existing research groups within the organizational unit (LMX). In particular, LMX is responsible for the operation and exploitation of the novel material synthesis facilities to be installed in state-of-the-art Quantum Materials and Materials Discovery Center (QMMC).
The successful candidate should hold a Ph.D. or similar degree in chemistry, material sciences, physics or in a related field. Strong motivation and clear commitment to student education is a prerequisite as the future professor will be involved in teaching at the undergraduate (German or English) and graduate (in English) levels.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026.
The Department of Architecture (www.arch.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for two professorships in civic architecture, both based at the Institute of Design and Architecture IEA (www.iea.arch.ethz.ch).
Inspired by the challenge of creating spaces for a variety of communities and collective practices in contemporary urban territories, these new professorships focus on the character and role of civic architecture. We invite candidates with diverse and distinct approaches spanning the wide spectrum of civic architecture, which may include an emphasis on more monumental or everyday buildings, and range from locally grounded to cross-cultural practices.
Through the teaching of design studios and lectures in the Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in Architecture, including the supervision of Master's theses, the new professors will explore the theoretical foundations, methodological skills and design approaches of civic buildings and urban spaces. Situated at the intersection of architecture, urban studies, social responsibility and sustainable development, they are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge of urban history, governance and legal frameworks, and to promote a contextual and sustainable vision of architecture that reflects on what brings citizens together. Contemporary digital design and production techniques are generally an integral part of the sustainable architecture debate.
The new professors are expected to develop a cutting-edge research agenda focused on architectural projects that engage with society and on resilient and inclusive urban spaces. They should be interested in interdisciplinary collaboration within the Department of Architecture and across ETH, particularly with the Institute of Design and Architecture (IEA) and the Institute of Landscape and Urban Studies (LUS), as well as with public agencies and members of civil society.
The successful candidates must have a substantial built oeuvre and competence in design and realization of high-quality architecture with civic relevance. Qualifications include a university degree, accreditation by architects and usually experience, both in research and teaching. Responsible leadership of a group and a contribution to the development of the Department of Architecture beyond the boundaries of the discipline are expected. Courses at ETH Zurich are generally taught in German or English.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; a project portfolio; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 31 August 2026.
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ETH Zurich is establishing a new centre for teaching and research in Heilbronn, Germany, dedicated to advancing a human-centred digital future. Embedded in one of Europe’s most dynamic digital innovation ecosystems, the ETH Zurich Campus Heilbronn (www.heilbronn.ethz.ch) will bring together researchers, students, industry, and society to explore bold ideas, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, educate and inspire student talents, and develop solutions for the challenges and opportunities of the digital age – shaping innovation with excellence, responsibility, and impact.
The Departments of Computer Science (www.inf.ethz.ch) and Mathematics (www.math.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invite applications for tenured faculty positions in Artificial Intelligence and its Mathematical and Computational Foundations. We seek outstanding scholars across the broad landscape of modern AI, including the mathematics of deep learning, large language models, and computational methods for AI systems.
Successful candidates are expected to provide academic leadership by establishing, managing, and continuously advancing a high-impact research group; co-developing and implementing an internationally visible and innovative educational programme grounded in modern teaching approaches; contributing to teaching (in English) and to the supervision of students and early-career researchers; actively collaborating with academic, industrial, and societal partners in Germany, Switzerland, and internationally, while maintaining close ties with ETH Zurich in Switzerland; engaging in knowledge and technology transfer activities.
Ideal candidates are inspired by the unique opportunity to join ETH Zurich in Heilbronn from the outset and help shape an open, collaborative, and integrity-driven campus culture aligned with the values and strategic vision of ETH Zurich.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026.
The Department of Physics (www.phys.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position. The professorship should build expertise in studying fundamental properties of condensed matter systems originating from electronic correlations or nontrivial topology. In contrast to more traditional approaches to investigating strongly correlated materials, the new professorship will explore original avenues for controlling or enhancing functionality. They will employ or develop novel techniques that combine spectroscopy and transport measurements to study novel condensed matter phenomena.
The successful candidate must have an outstanding research background in experimental condensed matter physics. They possess an in-depth understanding of emerging electronic and quantum properties. Research experience in a range of condensed matter platforms, such as quantum, topological or two-dimensional materials, is considered an asset.
The new professor is expected to establish and lead a competitive research team within the interactive and interdisciplinary research environment at ETH Zurich. She or he is expected to synergize with the theoretical and experimental expertise at ETH Zurich to increase translational drive from fundamental research to applications.
Additional prerequisites include a strong motivation and commitment to teaching in the area of condensed matter physics, quantum mechanics, with contributions to undergraduate (in German or English) as well as graduate level (in English) courses for the Physics and other departments. Examples of specific courses include introduction to solid state physics and advanced solid-state physics.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of younger scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. The letter of application should be addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 28 May 2026.
ETH Zurich is establishing a new centre for teaching and research in Heilbronn, Germany, dedicated to advancing a human-centred digital future. Embedded in one of Europe’s most dynamic digital innovation ecosystems, the ETH Zurich Campus Heilbronn (www.heilbronn.ethz.ch) will bring together researchers, students, industry, and society to explore bold ideas, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, educate and inspire student talents, and develop solutions for the challenges and opportunities of the digital age – shaping innovation with excellence, responsibility, and impact.
The Department of Mathematics (D-MATH; www.math.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for a tenured faculty position in the field of the Mathematical Foundations of AI for Science and Engineering (also known as Scientific Machine Learning). The new professor will lead an internationally high-profile research and teaching programme focused on the development, analysis, and implementation of cutting-edge Machine Learning and AI methods for applications across the sciences and engineering.
The successful candidate is expected to provide academic leadership by establishing, managing, and continuously advancing a high-impact research group; co-developing and implementing an internationally visible and innovative educational programme grounded in modern teaching approaches; contributing to teaching (in English) and to the supervision of students and early-career researchers; actively collaborating with academic, industrial, and societal partners in Germany, Switzerland, and internationally, while maintaining close ties with ETH Zurich in Switzerland; engaging in knowledge and technology transfer activities.
Ideal candidates are inspired by the unique opportunity to join ETH Zurich in Heilbronn from the outset and help shape an open, collaborative, and integrity-driven campus culture aligned with the values and strategic vision of ETH Zurich.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026.
ETH Zurich is establishing a new centre for teaching and research in Heilbronn, Germany, dedicated to advancing a human-centred digital future. Embedded in one of Europe’s most dynamic digital innovation ecosystems, the ETH Zurich Campus Heilbronn (www.heilbronn.ethz.ch) will bring together researchers, students, industry, and society to explore bold ideas, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, educate and inspire student talents, and develop solutions for the challenges and opportunities of the digital age – shaping innovation with excellence, responsibility, and impact.
The Departments of Computer Science (D-INFK; www.inf.ethz.ch) and Information Technology and Electrical Engineering (D-ITET; www.ee.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invite applications for tenured faculty positions in the area of Cybersecurity. Applications from all areas within Cybersecurity, interpreted broadly, are encouraged. Potential topics include but are not limited to foundations for information security (including cryptography, and formal methods), system security (hardware, software, platforms) across a wide range of systems, network and wireless security, AI security, human factors in security, and privacy.
Successful candidates are expected to provide academic leadership by establishing, managing, and continuously advancing a high-impact research group; co developing and implementing an internationally visible and innovative educational programme grounded in modern teaching approaches; contributing to teaching (in English) and to the supervision of students and early-career researchers; actively collaborating with academic, industrial, and societal partners in Germany, Switzerland, and internationally, while maintaining close ties with ETH Zurich in Switzerland; engaging in knowledge and technology transfer activities.
Ideal candidates are inspired by the unique opportunity to join ETH Zurich in Heilbronn from the outset and help shape an open, collaborative, and integrity-driven campus culture aligned with the values and strategic vision of ETH Zurich.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026.
ETH Zurich is establishing a new centre for teaching and research in Heilbronn, Germany, dedicated to advancing a human-centred digital future. Embedded in one of Europe’s most dynamic digital innovation ecosystems, the ETH Zurich Campus Heilbronn (www.heilbronn.ethz.ch) will bring together researchers, students, industry, and society to explore bold ideas, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, educate and inspire student talents, and develop solutions for the challenges and opportunities of the digital age – shaping innovation with excellence, responsibility, and impact.
The Department of Computer Science (D-INFK; www.inf.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for a tenured faculty position in Generative AI in Visual Computing. The new professor is anchored in computer science and visual computing and will lead an internationally high-profile research and teaching programme focused on the development of foundational models and systems for generating, understanding, and interacting with visual and multimodal content and environments. Relevant research areas include, but are not limited to, generative models for images, video, and 3D content; multimodal and world models; neural rendering; simulation and animation; and digital, intelligent characters.
The successful candidate is expected to provide academic leadership by establishing, managing, and continuously advancing a high-impact research group; co-developing and implementing an internationally visible and innovative educational programme grounded in modern teaching approaches; contributing to teaching (in English) and to the supervision of students and early-career researchers; actively collaborating with academic, industrial, and societal partners in Germany, Switzerland, and internationally, while maintaining close ties with ETH Zurich in Switzerland; engaging in knowledge and technology transfer activities.
Ideal candidates are inspired by the unique opportunity to join ETH Zurich in Heilbronn from the outset and help shape an open, collaborative, and integrity-driven campus culture aligned with the values and strategic vision of ETH Zurich.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026.
The Department of Physics (www.phys.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position. The professorship should build expertise in studying fundamental properties of condensed matter systems originating from electronic correlations or nontrivial topology. In contrast to more traditional approaches to investigating strongly correlated materials, the new professorship will explore original avenues for controlling or enhancing functionality. They will employ or develop novel techniques that combine spectroscopy and transport measurements to study novel condensed matter phenomena.
The successful candidate must have an outstanding research background in experimental condensed matter physics. They possess an in-depth understanding of emerging electronic and quantum properties. Research experience in a range of condensed matter platforms, such as quantum, topological or two-dimensional materials, is considered an asset.
The new professor is expected to establish and lead a competitive research team within the interactive and interdisciplinary research environment at ETH Zurich. She or he is expected to synergize with the theoretical and experimental expertise at ETH Zurich to increase translational drive from fundamental research to applications.
Additional prerequisites include a strong motivation and commitment to teaching in the area of condensed matter physics, quantum mechanics, with contributions to undergraduate (in German or English) as well as graduate level (in English) courses for the Physics and other departments. Examples of specific courses include introduction to solid state physics and advanced solid-state physics.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of younger scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. The letter of application should be addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 28 May 2026.
The Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering (D-MAVT; www.mavt.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position at the tenure-track assistant professor or associate/full professor level.
The new professor will contribute to D-MAVT’s global reputation by performing original and relevant research in the field of energy conversion and storage across scales, driven by fundamental challenges and with the aim of resulting in technologies for societally relevant applications. She/he is expected to establish an experimental program focused on scalable technologies to convert and/or store energy.
Decarbonizing our energy system calls for new versatile technologies for converting and storing different forms of energy. The development of these technologies requires significant advances at the fundamental level. Translating these advances into cost-efficient and sustainable technologies at a global scale requires a pragmatic and visionary engineering approach.
The research activities of the new professor should therefore be situated within the broad area of energy conversion and storage. Examples of potential areas include, but are not limited to, synthetic fuels, CO2 capture and conversion, power-to-x technologies, and renewable energy systems. Successful candidates should showcase the ability to turn fundamental advances into innovative practical technologies. They should also exhibit the capacity to evolve their research activities over the course of their career, supported by a solid foundation in fundamental principles of mechanical and process engineering.
Successful candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent in engineering or a related field and have an outstanding international track record of accomplishments in the fields outlined above, either in academia or industry. Depending on the level of appointment, they are expected to teach Master’s-level courses related to energy conversion and storage, as well as the underlying fundamentals in mechanical and process engineering on the Bachelor level, such as thermodynamics. In general, at ETH Zurich, undergraduate-level courses are taught in German or English, and graduate-level courses are taught in English. The ability to build and lead a successful research group is expected.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of early-career scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities. The level of the appointment will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications.
ETH Zurich provides globally competitive salaries, substantial research funding, ample start-up resources, and a world-class research infrastructure. In Switzerland, academics benefit from numerous research funding opportunities and an exceptionally high quality of life. Furthermore, ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; a list of projects; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; three key publications; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026.
The Department of Health Sciences and Technology (www.hest.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position.
The focus of this new professorship will be on the development of new diagnostic and prognostic methods (biosensors, biomarker analytics, artificial intelligence), which are expected to be validated via their integration in clinical workflows. The new professor is expected to contribute to digital/personalized health by improving prevention and therapies in prehabilitation and rehabilitation: fields of application include, but are not limited to oncology, geriatrics, neurology, paraplegiology or surgery. The research aims to develop biological, chemical, molecular, optical, electrical or other sensing technologies for an early diagnosis of possible pre- and postoperative complications as well as for health monitoring purposes. The professorship shall contribute to topics such as telehealth systems for remote clinical services, wireless medical devices as decision support systems and advanced data analytics (digital twins and artificial intelligence).
Ideal candidates have a background in engineering with a specialization in biomechatronics, biochemistry, biomaterials, biomolecular analytics, or biostatistics, allowing them to build bridges from basic research to clinical application involving different scales from the molecular to the human level. Expertise in the field of biomedical engineering, with an emphasis on measurement sciences like biosensing technologies, biochemical analysis, molecular diagnosis, advanced materials applied to biosensing, or advanced data science techniques, is considered an asset.
The new professorship will be established at ETH Zurich with premises mainly at EMPA, St. Gallen, and in conjunction with the clinical research at the Kantonsspital St. Gallen to develop patient-specific diagnostic tools and build rapid clinical translation of the research results. The successful candidate will also oversee the translation of materials, technologies, protocols, and AI algorithms to the clinics and industrial partners. Therefore, experience in or a strong link to clinical medicine is desired for the position.
The new professor is expected to contribute to teaching at the undergraduate level (in German or English) and at the graduate level (in English). Engagement in practical teaching in the form of focus projects or teaching labs is also anticipated.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 15 September 2026.
The Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering (D-MAVT; www.mavt.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position at the tenure-track assistant professor or associate/full professor level.
The new professor will contribute to D-MAVT’s global reputation by performing original and relevant research in the field of energy conversion and storage across scales, driven by fundamental challenges and with the aim of resulting in technologies for societally relevant applications. She/he is expected to establish an experimental program focused on scalable technologies to convert and/or store energy.
Decarbonizing our energy system calls for new versatile technologies for converting and storing different forms of energy. The development of these technologies requires significant advances at the fundamental level. Translating these advances into cost-efficient and sustainable technologies at a global scale requires a pragmatic and visionary engineering approach.
The research activities of the new professor should therefore be situated within the broad area of energy conversion and storage. Examples of potential areas include, but are not limited to, synthetic fuels, CO2 capture and conversion, power-to-x technologies, and renewable energy systems. Successful candidates should showcase the ability to turn fundamental advances into innovative practical technologies. They should also exhibit the capacity to evolve their research activities over the course of their career, supported by a solid foundation in fundamental principles of mechanical and process engineering.
Successful candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent in engineering or a related field and have an outstanding international track record of accomplishments in the fields outlined above, either in academia or industry. Depending on the level of appointment, they are expected to teach Master’s-level courses related to energy conversion and storage, as well as the underlying fundamentals in mechanical and process engineering on the Bachelor level, such as thermodynamics. In general, at ETH Zurich, undergraduate-level courses are taught in German or English, and graduate-level courses are taught in English. The ability to build and lead a successful research group is expected.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of early-career scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities. The level of the appointment will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications.
ETH Zurich provides globally competitive salaries, substantial research funding, ample start-up resources, and a world-class research infrastructure. In Switzerland, academics benefit from numerous research funding opportunities and an exceptionally high quality of life. Furthermore, ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; a list of projects; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; three key publications; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026.
The Department of Mathematics (www.math.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned positions.
The new professors will be members of the Seminar of Applied Mathematics within the Department of Mathematics. We seek individuals with an outstanding research record and a demonstrated ability to direct research work of the highest quality in the areas of computational and applied mathematics, including but not limited to data-driven numerical modeling, scientific machine learning and AI for science and engineering, computational uncertainty quantification, optimization and inverse problems, computational aspects of stochastic (partial) differential equations, randomized numerical algorithms, structure-aware and structure-preserving numerical methods for continuum field models, and hardware-aware numerical algorithms on large-scale HPC platforms and emerging architectures such as quantum, analog, and neuromorphic computing.
Teaching responsibilities will involve undergraduate (in German or English) and graduate courses (in English) for students of mathematics, computational science and engineering (CSE), and other departments of ETH Zurich.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of early-career scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 20 September 2026.
The Department of Mathematics (www.math.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned positions.
The new professors will be members of the Seminar of Applied Mathematics within the Department of Mathematics. We seek individuals with an outstanding research record and a demonstrated ability to direct research work of the highest quality in the areas of computational and applied mathematics, including but not limited to data-driven numerical modeling, scientific machine learning and AI for science and engineering, computational uncertainty quantification, optimization and inverse problems, computational aspects of stochastic (partial) differential equations, randomized numerical algorithms, structure-aware and structure-preserving numerical methods for continuum field models, and hardware-aware numerical algorithms on large-scale HPC platforms and emerging architectures such as quantum, analog, and neuromorphic computing.
Teaching responsibilities will involve undergraduate (in German or English) and graduate courses (in English) for students of mathematics, computational science and engineering (CSE), and other departments of ETH Zurich.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of early-career scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 20 September 2026.
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (www.eaps.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position.
The professorship of "Earth and Planetary Evolution" focuses on the physical processes governing the evolution, habitability and surface dynamics of the Earth, rocky planets, icy moons and exoplanets. The successful candidate will actively develop and apply large-scale numerical simulations and data assimilation techniques, integrating a diverse range of data (e.g., seismic, gravity, geologic, magnetic, multi-spectral) and modern AI approaches in order to understand long-term planetary dynamics, volatile cycling, conditions for life and resource formation. Teaching engagement will cover fundamental topics in physics of planetary interiors and their surface expressions at the Bachelor's level (e.g., continuum mechanics, fluid dynamics) and advanced numerical and data-assimilation courses at the Master's level, serving core curricula in Earth and Planetary Sciences.
Candidates should have an excellent research record relative to their career stage in computational geophysics, planetary science or a related field, with expertise in multi-physics modelling (thermal, hydraulic, mechanical, chemical) and a demonstrated commitment to developing and applying state-of-the-art numerical methods that harness modern high-performance computing systems. A passion to engage with a diverse array of observational data and to play an active role in interdisciplinary initiatives within the ETH Zurich Center for the Origin and Prevalence of Life (COPL) and NCCR Genesis is essential. The successful candidate will be expected to help advance interdisciplinary research at the interface between planetary evolution, habitability and the search for life. Engagement with current and future planetary and exoplanet space missions is particularly encouraged. The appointee will be expected to contribute to the Department's core teaching at both Bachelor's and Master's levels, including in our new MSc program in Space Systems.
At the assistant professor level, commitment to teaching and the ability to lead a research group are expected.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of early-career scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 15 December 2026.
The Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering (D-MAVT; www.mavt.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position at the tenure-track assistant professor level.
Small-scale engineering and fabrication comprise a fundamental and transversal discipline in mechanical and process engineering, translating the state of the art in the micro- and nano-sciences to engineer functional devices for real-world implementation across broad applications. In this context, we seek applicants with outstanding accomplishments and future potential in research and teaching related to micro- and nano-engineering and fabrication in any domain related to mechanical engineering or chemical and process engineering. We particularly encourage applicants focusing on small-scale engineering and fabrication; functional or smart material synthesis, integration and characterization; integrated systems; electromechanical, thermal, and fluidic devices; advanced nano-fabrication and manufacturing; mechanical systems; and/or small-scale sustainable technologies. D-MAVT is committed to world-class interdisciplinary and cutting-edge research that spans from the fundamental to the applied. The candidate is expected to establish and extend exchange and interaction with academia and industry on a national and international level.
Successful candidates should hold a PhD degree or equivalent in engineering or related fields, and have an outstanding international record of accomplishments in small-scale engineering in academia or industry. Furthermore, a strong motivation and indisputable commitment to undergraduate (in German or English) and graduate (in English) student teaching and the ability to lead a research group are expected.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of early-career scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure-track system equivalent to that of other top international universities.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; a list of projects; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; three key publications; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 31 Oktober 2026.
The Department of Architecture (www.arch.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position. The professorship is located at the Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (GTA) (www.gta.arch.ethz.ch).
The new professor will develop state-of-the-art and leading teaching and research in the history and theory of art and architectural culture, across any time or period. In particular, she/he will address the relationship between architecture and the image by bringing innovative questions, tools, and methods from the field of art history to bear on the visual culture of architecture. She/he will foster relationships between the domains of art, media, and architecture, both contemporary and historical, and engage in interdisciplinary collaboration by exploring the connections between the visual culture of architecture and digital culture, science, technology, and the arts.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a rigorous historical and critical education in visual literacy within the BSc and MSc programmes in Architecture. The professorship is expected to contribute to the further development of the curriculum, and – through its inherently interdisciplinary orientation – to innovation in teaching. At the assistant professor level, the main teaching responsibilities include courses in the MSc programme in Architecture. Collaboration with architectural design studios at the BSc level, particularly in addressing the role of images in design, is encouraged. At the associate/full professor level, teaching responsibilities additionally include courses in the BSc programme in Architecture. Courses at ETH Zurich are generally taught in German or English.
The new professor will collaborate with professorships within the Department and across other departments at ETH Zurich. Of particular importance is the collaboration with the professorships of the Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta), including engagement with and support for the Institute’s four divisions: gta Archive, gta Exhibition, gta Digital, and gta Verlag.
Successful candidates are emerging or established leaders in their field, with a strong and growing local and international network of peers. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in the history of art or media, the ability to lead a team, and excellent teaching skills. The candidate's record of research is demonstrated through academic publications in books and journals, the (co-)curation of exhibitions, the organisation of scholarly events at national and international levels, and collaborations with actors and institutions both within and beyond academia.
The professorship should act as both a critical and stimulating interlocutor within the Department, across other departments and labs at ETH, and beyond.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of early-career scien-tists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities. The level of the appointment will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples and care responsibilities.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; three key publications; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. The letter of application should be addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 30 November 2026.
The Department of Architecture (www.arch.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position. The professorship is located at the Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (GTA) (www.gta.arch.ethz.ch).
The new professor will develop state-of-the-art and leading teaching and research in the history and theory of art and architectural culture, across any time or period. In particular, she/he will address the relationship between architecture and the image by bringing innovative questions, tools, and methods from the field of art history to bear on the visual culture of architecture. She/he will foster relationships between the domains of art, media, and architecture, both contemporary and historical, and engage in interdisciplinary collaboration by exploring the connections between the visual culture of architecture and digital culture, science, technology, and the arts.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a rigorous historical and critical education in visual literacy within the BSc and MSc programmes in Architecture. The professorship is expected to contribute to the further development of the curriculum, and – through its inherently interdisciplinary orientation – to innovation in teaching. At the assistant professor level, the main teaching responsibilities include courses in the MSc programme in Architecture. Collaboration with architectural design studios at the BSc level, particularly in addressing the role of images in design, is encouraged. At the associate/full professor level, teaching responsibilities additionally include courses in the BSc programme in Architecture. Courses at ETH Zurich are generally taught in German or English.
The new professor will collaborate with professorships within the Department and across other departments at ETH Zurich. Of particular importance is the collaboration with the professorships of the Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta), including engagement with and support for the Institute’s four divisions: gta Archive, gta Exhibition, gta Digital, and gta Verlag.
Successful candidates are emerging or established leaders in their field, with a strong and growing local and international network of peers. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in the history of art or media, the ability to lead a team, and excellent teaching skills. The candidate's record of research is demonstrated through academic publications in books and journals, the (co-)curation of exhibitions, the organisation of scholarly events at national and international levels, and collaborations with actors and institutions both within and beyond academia.
The professorship should act as both a critical and stimulating interlocutor within the Department, across other departments and labs at ETH, and beyond.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of early-career scien-tists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities. The level of the appointment will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples and care responsibilities.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; three key publications; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. The letter of application should be addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 30 November 2026.
Professor of Human Nutrition Biology
The Department of Health Sciences and Technology (www.hest.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position at the Institute of Food, Nutrition and Health (www.ifnh.ethz.ch).
The new professor is expected to advance nutrition-centered research on the molecular and cellular basis of how diet, nutrients, and dietary patterns influence human health and disease across the lifespan, including healthy aging. The successful candidate will develop an innovative and mechanistic research program in nutrition biology with translational relevance, leveraging ETH Zurich’s interdisciplinary environment and state-of-the-art analytical and technological capabilities. Research directions may include the molecular basis of diet-driven metabolic phenotypes, precision/personalized nutrition, nutrition–inflammation interfaces, and metabolism- and nutrition-based strategies supporting prevention and health maintenance.
The candidate must have an outstanding research background and international standing in nutrition biology or related fields. Demonstrated strength in building collaborations, including with clinical and/or population partners where relevant, is expected. Successful candidates are expected to establish and lead a competitive research team within the interactive environment at ETH Zurich and to contribute to teaching in the Food Science and Nutrition program. In general, at ETH Zurich undergraduate level courses are taught in German or English and graduate level courses are taught in English.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 15 November 2026.
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (www.eaps.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position.
Depending on the candidate’s qualifications and career stage, the appointment will be made either at the level of Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) or Professor. The successful candidate is expected to develop an innovative research programme focused on the processes of ore formation, including a significant field-based component. A strong analytical foundation is essential. The research should contribute to a fundamental understanding of the processes controlling the formation, enrichment, and sustainable utilisation of critical mineral resources required for the energy transition and future low-carbon technologies.
Research themes of interest include, but are not limited to, the physical and chemical mechanisms governing critical element enrichment, the timescales of ore formation, mineral precipitation from fluids and melts, the valorisation of anthropogenic resources, and integrated approaches to resource assessment and sustainability. Candidates with a proven track record in field-based research, as well as experience in industry and policy engagement, are particularly encouraged to apply. The ability to effectively communicate with the public sector on issues related to sustainable raw material extraction is also highly desirable.
The successful candidate will integrate analytical innovation and theoretical modelling, forging strong connections with the mining and resource sectors. Building productive collaborations with stakeholders across government, industry, and both natural and anthropogenic resource sectors will be a key aspect of the role.
The new professor and her/his research group will contribute to introductory and advanced courses on ore formation and its sustainable exploitation, as well as to field and laboratory training. In general, at ETH Zurich undergraduate-level courses are taught in German or English and graduate-level courses are taught in English. At the assistant professor level, commitment to teaching and the ability to lead a research group are expected.
Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of early-career scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 31 October 2026.
The Department of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences (www.chab.ethz.ch/) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position at the Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (www.pharma.ethz.ch). The professorship is located at ETH Zurich with a close connection to the Cantonal Hospital Baden (KSB).
The new professor will establish a successful, internationally recognized group in pharmacoepidemology and public health. The focus of the professorship should include post-approval studies of drug safety and effectiveness with real-world data as well as the understanding of the use and effects of medications in the clinical setting using epidemiological methods. The successful candidate will develop an independent research program on topics related to the development of new statistical or methodological approaches, pharmacogenetics, drug–drug interactions, polypharmacy, clinical pharmacy, machine learning, modeling, and prediction.
ETH Zurich is committed to advancing health research in Switzerland and actively encourages collaboration in machine-learning and AI, as well as partnerships with industry and regulatory agencies. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to interdisciplinary research and to engage in cooperative projects with the Cantonal Hospital Baden (KSB) and other Swiss hospitals. The candidate will also contribute to strengthening the strategic focus in Health and Medicine of ETH Zurich.
Candidates should have a solid background in pharmacoepidemiology and related fields. A PhD, MD/PhD, or comparable degree in epidemiology, public health, clinical pharmacy, biostatistics, data science, or a closely related field is required, as is a track record of internationally recognized real-world evidence-based research on medication use, safety, and efficacy. The appointee is expected to have the proven ability to lead interdisciplinary, multi-institutional research programs and to establish partnerships with clinical teams, healthcare providers, and policymakers, given the anticipated close collaborations with Swiss hospitals, regulatory stakeholders, pharmacies, and public health organizations. Experience in drug policy evaluation and medication safety research is considered an asset.
The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching at the interface of pharmacoepidemiology, clinical pharmacy, public health, and data science. Strong teaching skills, a strong dedication to high-quality teaching, and a consistent commitment to mentoring and supporting the development of upcoming scientists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals are all expected of the appointee.
In general, at ETH Zurich undergraduate level courses are taught in German or English and graduate level courses are taught in English.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Applications should include a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions of the three most important achievements; and a certificate of the highest degree. Please note that the covering letter should be formally addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 31 December 2026.