ETH Zürich
Student Assistant at the Chair of Energy Systems Analysis
Zurich · ZH
- Berufsfeld
- Wissenschaft & Forschung · Forschungsstellen & Doktorate
- Ausbildung
- Master
- Erfahrung
- Keine Erfahrung nötig
- Sprachkenntnisse
- Englisch
- Lohn
- Geschätzt CHF 0–40’000 pro Jahr (100 %)
- Schätzung von jopp, nicht aus dem Inserat.
- Veröffentlicht am
- 17. September 2026
- Zuletzt gesehen
- 20. September 2026
The Chair of Energy Systems Analysis (ESA), within the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering (D-MAVT) at ETH Zurich, is looking for a Student Assistant to support research and administration during the start-up phase of the Chair. The Chair holder’s joint appointment as the Head of the Laboratory of Energy Systems Analysis (LEA) at means a strong collaboration with and support of this Lab is also desirable
Job description
You will support the ESA Chair with general research-related tasks relating to ongoing projects, e.g. literature reviews, data analysis, reference management and (depending on experience) energy system modelling
The role also includes tasks such as website design and management, designing and contributing to wikis, and supporting ongoing teaching and research projects in the group
In addition, you will support the ongoing strategic development of LEA at PSI and help to foster collaboration between the two groups, ESA and LEA
The position is being offered at 15 hours/week during the semester and up to 100% during semester holidays
Working hours and location are flexible to reflect varying workloads and study commitments
Profile
We are looking for a proactive, highly motivated and well-organised person, studying for an MSc (or equivalent Master's degree) in a quantitative discipline (such as engineering, informatics or economics)
Ideally, you have a background in and/or experience of website design and management, wikis, advanced Microsoft office skills
Technical programming skills (e.g. Matlab, Python, Julia, GAMS) are advantageous but not essential
An interest in and understanding of energy transition and related topics is also advantageous
You should be able to speak and write clearly in English
We offer
Your job with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive change in society
You can expect , such as public transport season tickets and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the , and attractive
pension benefits
Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich
We value diversity and sustainability
climate-neutral future
We look forward to receiving your online application including the following documents:
Transcripts of records for both BSc and MSc degrees
You are a student enrolled at ETH Zurich or another university
Further information about the Energy Systems Analysis (ESA) can be found on our . Questions regarding the position should be directed by email to Prof. Dr Russell McKenna, (no applications)
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow