Research Assistant / Research Assistantess

Research Assistant: Literature Review and Data Extraction for Education Research

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

The Professorship for Learning Sciences and Higher Education at ETH Zurich is seeking a motivated Research Assistant to join our team starting early April 2026. In this role, you will support a research project conducting a meta-analysis about embodied educational design. This involves reviewing academic literature, screening relevant studies, and extracting pertinent information from the papers.

Our research group is dedicated to investigating human cognition and learning processes, focusing on theory-driven research to enhance learning environments.

Project Background

In our current project, we are conducting a meta-analysis on embodied pedagogical designs in STEM learning. As a research assistant, you will collaborate closely with a doctoral researcher, contributing to the screening and coding of academic papers (please note that coding in this context refers to categorizing information from research articles and not programming).

This position offers an excellent opportunity to learn the fundamentals of meta-analysis, gain insights into an increasingly important educational field, and acquire valuable quantitative and qualitative research skills.

Job Description

• Screen research articles based on inclusion criteria
• Read and summarize academic papers
• Extract and record key study information
• Apply a structured coding scheme to research articles
• Support data organization for the meta-analysis

Profile

• You are studying a relevant field (e.g., psychology, education, or social sciences), or you are a highly motivated student in a STEM discipline
• You possess strong attention to detail and work in a reliable, responsible manner
• You have the ability to think critically and identify key concepts and underlying patterns
• You have strong academic reading skills in English
• You are currently enrolled as a student at a Swiss university
• You are available to work approximately 15 hours per week in April and May and can reliably meet agreed milestones to ensure project completion by the end of May

Workplace

The work environment is flexible and primarily remote, offering a variety of collaboration options. Our interdisciplinary team fosters a friendly working atmosphere.

We Offer

• Flexible working conditions with the option to work remotely
• Opportunities for in-person collaboration and exchange (optional)
• A workload of up to 15 hours per week during the semester
• The chance to work in an interdisciplinary team in a welcoming environment

We Value Diversity and Sustainability

In alignment with our values, ETH Zurich fosters an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, 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 explore how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to thrive. Sustainability is a core principle for us as we work towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? So Are We.

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About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the world's leading universities specializing in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge research, and direct knowledge transfer into society. With over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries, we promote independent thinking and an inspiring environment for excellence. Situated in the heart of Europe, we forge connections all over the globe, working collaboratively to address today’s and tomorrow's global challenges.