Job Opportunity at the University of Zurich
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a diverse array of attractive positions across various subject areas and professional fields. With approximately 10,000 employees and 12 professional apprenticeship streams, the University provides an inspiring work environment focused on cutting-edge research and top-tier education. Join us and put your talent and skills to work. Discover more about UZH as an esteemed employer!
Your Responsibilities
As part of the ZuReach project, you will be involved in a range of tasks, including but not limited to:
- Participating in the design, planning, and implementation of data collection protocols, as well as online and paper-based questionnaires and focus group discussions.
- Developing materials in both German and English, including flyers, data collection protocols, project descriptions, participants' consent forms, scientific reports, and meeting minutes.
- Contributing to participant recruitment and scheduling by engaging adults from diverse backgrounds (e.g., community members and university students) through various channels such as social media, mailing, email, in-person outreach, and flyers.
- Training and instructing participants in the data collection process.
- Conducting on-site data collection in the cities of Zurich and Winterthur, as needed.
- Researching data quality assessment and assisting with the verification and analysis of collected datasets.
- Applying AI and digital methods for image processing to extract accessibility features (e.g., width, smoothness), if necessary.
- Collaborating with researchers, public organizations, and other institutions to further project goals.
Your Profile
We are seeking a highly motivated and open-minded researcher who possesses a passion for science and demonstrates an independent, efficient, organized, and effective work style. The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
- A completed bachelor's degree in Geography, GIScience, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
- A strong background in quantitative data analysis, statistical analysis, computational modeling, and programming (e.g., Python, SQL, R) is a prerequisite.
- Knowledge of qualitative study design and data analysis.
- Familiarity with spatial data storage and databases.
- Experience in machine learning/deep learning, image processing, and spatial data analysis is advantageous.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, demonstrating friendliness, respect, and teamwork.
- Prior experience in interdisciplinary projects is considered an asset.
- A keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills in both German and English are mandatory; knowledge of additional Swiss national languages (Italian and French) is a plus.
- A valid Swiss residency permit is required.
How to Apply
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
For inquiries, you may contact:
Gabriele Prohaska
HR Assistant DSI
gabriele.prohaska@uzh.ch