Teaching Assistant / Teaching Assistantess

Teaching Assistant for a Bridging Course Project in Refugee Camps

10%-30%, Zurich, fixed-term

We are seeking motivated students in Chemistry or Interdisciplinary Sciences at ETH Zurich (Bachelor or Master level) for a bridging course project focused on chemistry (Matura level) in refugee camps.

Project Background

Professor Roland Riek initiated a project aimed at providing bridging courses to individuals in refugee camps and other settings with severely limited access to secondary and higher education. This initiative is designed to give each individual the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their background or circumstances. Supported by ETH Zurich, these bridging courses create a conducive learning environment in refugee camps, addressing the educational and infrastructural gaps that hinder access to higher education.

Job Description

As part of a team of teaching assistants and researchers, you will play a critical role in designing, creating, and optimizing the bridging course for Chemistry at the Matura level. Your responsibilities will include instructing and supporting local on-site teachers, as well as assisting Professor Riek's team with various tasks related to the bridging course project. During the semester, the workload will be a maximum of 15 hours per week, increasing to a maximum of 41 hours per week during the semester break.

Profile

• You are an enrolled Bachelor or Master student in Chemistry or Interdisciplinary Sciences at ETH Zurich.
• You are passionate about teaching chemistry at the Matura level.
• You are committed to making a meaningful impact in addressing social and educational global inequalities.

Workplace

You will be part of a dynamic and diverse team that is dedicated to making a difference.

We Offer

• Extensive work experience in teaching.
• A meaningful work environment.
• A highly motivated and competent team.
• Flexible working hours that are compatible with your studies.

We Value Diversity

ETH Zurich is committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity, and cultivate a working and learning environment where the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to learn how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to thrive.

Curious? So Are We!

We invite you to apply online using the form below. Please include:

• CV
• Motivation letter

Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

For more information about the Institute of Molecular Physical Science and the Riek group, please visit our websites: Institute of Molecular Physical Science (IMPS) and Biological Nuclear Magnetic Resonance. For further inquiries regarding the position, please contact Sara Zimmermann, the institute's coordinator, at Show e-mail.ch">Show e-mail (no applications).

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specializing in science and technology. Renowned for our outstanding education, cutting-edge fundamental research, and the direct transfer of new knowledge to society, we are home to over 30,000 individuals from more than 120 countries. Together, we foster independent thinking and create an environment that inspires excellence. Situated in the heart of Europe and building connections globally, we work collaboratively to develop solutions for the pressing challenges of today and tomorrow.