Office Manager / Office Manageress, Professorship for History of the Modern World / Professorship for History of the Modern World

Job Offer: Office Manager

The Professorship for History of the Modern World focuses on the historical analysis of various forms of global interdependencies that have increasingly shaped the world since the 18th century. This role examines the implications of (post)colonial transnational relationships in the development of Europe, North America, and the Global South. A particular interest lies in the role of scientific experts, disciplines, institutions, and transcultural knowledge within colonial and postcolonial contexts. Our work combines the history of globalization with expertise in diverse extra-European regions.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Office Manager to support our team with administrative and organizational matters, ensuring the seamless operation of daily office activities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in an international environment, collaborating closely with internal ETH departments such as Finance & Controlling and Human Resources, as well as with external partners.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the contents and updates for the group website
• Coordinate funds, budgets, invoices, and expense reports
• Oversee projects and manage reporting

Employment Details

Employment begins as soon as possible or by July 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of professional experience in a similar role
• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken)
• Familiarity with research grant management and related financial processes
• A passion for working in an international, research-oriented environment and supporting staff from diverse cultural backgrounds
• A commitment to high service quality and enthusiasm for planning and organizing workshops and events
• Strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and teamwork abilities

Working at ETH Zurich

Join ETH Zurich, a world-leading institution dedicated to fostering positive change in society. You will be integrated into the administrative team within the institute and department, benefiting from a family-friendly workplace that promotes a supportive atmosphere, allowing flexibility between office and home office. ETH Zurich also offers a wide range of courses and continuing education opportunities, discounts on public transport, car sharing, an array of sports activities offered by the ASVZ (Zurich Sports Association), childcare options, and attractive pension benefits through the PUBLICA pension fund.

How to Apply

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Further information about the professorship can be found on our website. For questions regarding the position, you may contact Miu Woodrow at 0446326282 or via email at miu.woodrow@gmw.gess.ethz.ch (no applications). The application period ends on June 5, 2026.

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

We would like to highlight that the pre-selection process will be carried out by the responsible recruiters, not by artificial intelligence.

For recruitment services, the General Terms and Conditions (GTC) of ETH Zurich apply.