Lab Maintenance Assistant / Lab Maintenance Assistant

Student Job in Biocommunication: Lab Maintenance Assistant

Location: Zurich | Commitment: 10%-30% | Type: Fixed-term

The position is offered in the Biocommunication Group at ETH Zurich, led by Professor Consuelo De Moraes, which examines plant-insect interactions through behavior, chemistry, and molecular techniques.

Job Description

In this position, you will gain valuable experience in a laboratory environment, focusing on general laboratory maintenance. After completing your training, the role offers independence and responsibility, with a high degree of flexibility regarding working hours and days. The responsibilities primarily include:

• Cleaning, organizing, and preparing equipment
• Potting and watering plants
• Assisting with insect rearing
• Preparing experiments

The role requires approximately 15-18 hours per month, with 3-5 hours scheduled flexibly across 2-3 days per week, starting at the beginning of March. This long-term position ideally suits a student who wishes to remain for more than six months.

Profile

• You must be a current Bachelor or Master student at ETH or UZH
• Fluent in English
• Comfortable working with insects

We Offer

• Your job with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, supporting your professional development while actively contributing to positive change in society
• Commitment to sustainability and climate-neutral initiatives
• Numerous benefits, including public transport season tickets, car sharing, a wide range of sports programs through ASVZ, childcare options, and attractive pension benefits

We Value Diversity and Sustainability

Aligned with our values, ETH Zurich fosters an inclusive culture. We promote equal opportunities, value diversity, and cultivate a working and learning environment that respects the rights and dignity of all staff and students. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to learn how we ensure a fair atmosphere that allows everyone to thrive. Sustainability remains a core value, as we diligently work toward a climate-neutral future.

Curious? So Are We!

We look forward to your online application using the form below. Please include:

• CV
• A short motivation letter

For further information about the Institute of Agricultural Sciences, please visit our website.

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Nina Stanczyk at biocommunication@usys.ethz.ch (no applications).

Note: Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the world's leading universities specializing in science and technology. We are acclaimed for our exceptional education, pioneering research, and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. With over 30,000 individuals from more than 120 countries, our university fosters independent thinking and provides an environment that inspires excellence. Nestled in the heart of Europe, we forge connections worldwide to develop solutions for today's and tomorrow's global challenges.