Data Scientist / Data Scientistess

Swiss Data Science Center (SDSC)

The Swiss Data Science Center (SDSC) has been recognized as a National Research Infrastructure since 2025, evolving from a strategic initiative within the ETH domain, with EPFL and ETH Zurich as founding partners. Our mandate is to support academic groups, research institutions, hospitals, industry, and the public sector, including cantonal and federal administrations. The center assists stakeholders throughout their entire data science journey, from data collection and management to machine learning, AI, and industrialization.

The SDSC comprises a multi-disciplinary team of data and computer scientists and experts across various domains, with offices located in Zürich, Lausanne, and Villigen.

Join Our Team

We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Data Scientist to join SDSC's Innovation team. Our mission is to accelerate the adoption of data science by Swiss companies, public sector organizations, and NGOs.

If you are enthusiastic about data science, familiar with machine learning, and eager to tackle industry and public sector challenges—while being guided by experienced data scientists—consider joining our growing team. We value diversity, adaptability, and the professional growth of our members.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test machine learning systems to address industry and public sector challenges.
• Engage in all aspects of a data science research project, from business understanding to proof of concepts and communication of achievements.
• Meet with customers to comprehend their business needs and design specific data science solutions to address selected problems.
• Code and test the proposed solution (Proof of Concept), communicate results to stakeholders, and provide final reports detailing the work done and related outcomes.
• Present data science results to non-technical audiences on occasion.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for candidates (m/w/d) with the following qualifications:

• Master’s degree in computer science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field (PhD is a plus).
• Ability to effectively present results to varied audiences (technical and non-technical).
• Solid knowledge of machine learning concepts and programming proficiency in Python, R, or a similar language.
• 1-3 years of relevant data science experience within the industry.
• Fluency in (Swiss) German and English.
• Openness to collaborative work, eagerness to learn new concepts and methods, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.
• Knowledge in NLP, Computer Vision, and Deep Learning is a plus.

Working Environment & Opportunities

You will benefit from an inspiring working environment, receiving mentorship from data scientists with both academic backgrounds and industry/public sector expertise. Collaborate with our system specialists on data engineering aspects, and take advantage of training opportunities to enhance your machine learning and statistical skills.

Details

Start date: September 2025 or by mutual agreement

Duration: 1-year renewable

Application Process

Apply online using the form below. Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter
• CV
• Diploma(s)

Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

For more information about the Swiss Data Science Center (SDSC), please visit our website. For questions regarding the position, please reach out to Anna Fournier at anna.fournier@sdsc.ethz.ch or Saurabh Bhargava at saurabh.bhargava@sdsc.ethz.ch (no applications).

For recruitment services, the GTC of ETH Zurich apply.