Student Assistant for Website Editing (WordPress) - Sustainability & Ethics in Education Initiative / Student Assistant for Website Editing (WordPress) - Sustainability & Ethics in Education Initiative

Student Assistant for Website Editing Support (WordPress) - Sustainability & Ethics in Education Initiative

10%-30%, Zurich, fixed-term

The Strategy and Analytics Team supports the systematic integration of sustainability and ethics into teaching and learning. Our goal is to empower students to competently address global challenges, such as climate change, resource justice, and ethical decision-making, acting as 'change agents for a better tomorrow'.

As a student assistant, you will play a vital role in embedding sustainability and ethics in teaching and learning at ETH Zurich by providing organizational and content-related support.

Project Background

Within the Sustainability & Ethics Initiative, we have gathered teaching activities for sustainability across ETH departments and partner universities (ENHANCE+). We are now preparing to publish this collection on the existing Competence View website and other similar catalogues. Our aim is to make these innovative teaching activities visible, accessible, and easy for instructors to adopt, facilitating knowledge exchange and supporting high-quality teaching across the university and within the ENHANCE Alliance.

Job Description

You will support the S&E Initiative in the following focus areas:

• Assisting with website editing: Prepare, structure, and publish teaching examples on a WordPress-based platform.
• Assisting with the organization of workshops: Handle logistical and administrative tasks, including scheduling, room booking, and materials preparation.
• Assisting with basic literature research: Conduct research related to sustainability and ethics in higher education.

Profile

• You are a Bachelor's or Master's student at a Swiss university.
• You are motivated to contribute to integrating sustainability and ethics into higher education.
• You are well-organized, reliable, efficient, and able to work independently.
• You possess a positive 'can-do' attitude and appreciate providing feedback from a student perspective.
• You are proficient in MS Office.
• You have basic knowledge of WordPress and a general affinity for digital tools and website editing.
• You communicate confidently and precisely in English; proficiency in German is a plus.

Workplace

The position is based in the vibrant environment of ETH Zurich, where innovation and collaboration thrive.

We Offer

• Gain insight into a strategic educational project at ETH Zurich.
• Engage with topics crucial for the future, such as sustainability and ethics in teaching.
• Contribute valuable student perspectives.
• Enhance your methodological and communication skills.

We Value Diversity and Sustainability

In alignment with our values, ETH Zurich fosters an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity, and nurture an environment where the rights and dignity of all staff and students are respected. Explore our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to learn how we sustain a fair and open environment that helps everyone to grow and thrive. Sustainability is fundamental to us - we continuously strive towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? So Are We.

We look forward to receiving your online application including the following documents:

• Curriculum vitae (1-2 pages)
• Motivation letter
• Two references/contacts

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

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, pioneering fundamental research, and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. With over 30,000 individuals from more than 120 countries, our university is a beacon for independent thinking and an inspiring environment for excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, we forge connections globally to develop solutions for today’s and tomorrow’s challenges.