Teaching and Research Assistant / Teaching and Research Assistantess

Teaching and Research Assistant at the Institute of Design and Architecture

40%, Zurich, fixed-term

D-ARCH is a premier research and teaching institution dedicated to advancing architectural design across building, urban, landscape, and territorial scales. Architectural design is fundamentally holistic, employing a wide array of epistemological and technical tools to address cultural, ecological, environmental, social, and economic needs. By its nature, architectural design involves analyzing the past and shaping the future at every scale, from the local to the global.

Job Description

• Assist and contribute to the chair team projects
• Provide your technical and architectural expertise
• Prepare and process teaching and research materials
• Assist and supervise students in developing their projects

Profile

• Architect with 2-3+ years of experience
• Fluency in English and (Swiss) German
• Proficiency in French is valued
• Preferably in the process of starting your own practice
• Passion for hands-on work and construction
• Experience in construction is valued

Workplace

Your working environment will be vibrant and inspiring, located in one of the leading universities for science and technology.

We Offer

• Fixed-term contract (one year, renewable)
• Position start in September 2026
• Work primarily on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
• Your career with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which supports your professional development and contributes positively to society
• Commitment to sustainability and a climate-neutral university
• A range of benefits, including public transport season tickets, car sharing, a wide array of sports offered by ASVZ, childcare, and attractive pension benefits

We Value Diversity and Sustainability

At ETH Zurich, we promote an inclusive culture that ensures equality of opportunity and values diversity. We nurture a working and learning environment that respects the rights and dignity of all staff and students. Sustainability is a core value for us, and we continuously strive toward 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 fundamental research, and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Our university attracts over 30,000 individuals from more than 120 countries, fostering independent thinking and inspiring excellence. Situated in the heart of Europe, we forge connections globally as we work together to tackle today and tomorrow's challenges.