Professor or Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Mathematics and Didactics of Higher Education

The Department of Mathematics (www.math.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position.

Successful candidates should demonstrate an excellent research record and a proven ability to direct research work in mathematics of highest quality. Willingness to participate in collaborative work both within and outside the school is expected. The new professor will be responsible, together with other members of the department, for teaching undergraduate (German or English) and graduate level courses (English) for students of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering. We expect candidates to have experience through studies, projects, publications and/or collaborations in the field of didactics of university mathematics. They should show a strong commitment to taking the leading role in the department in curriculum development and in the implementation of innovative teaching methods and technologies.

Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of younger scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities.

ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.

Please apply online: www.facultyaffairs.ethz.ch

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a statement of future research and teaching interests, a description of the leadership philosophy, a description of the three most important achievements, and a certificate of the highest degree. The letter of application should be addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 31 August 2025.