Research Assistant for Research on Learning and Instruction

Research Assistant for Research on Learning and Instruction

10%-20%, Zurich, fixed-term

The Professorship for Research on Learning and Instruction at ETH Zurich strives to discover effective, evidence-based ways to improve educational practice with an eye towards generalizable principles across content areas and issues of societal relevance.

The group is looking for a research assistant who will support members of the group in their research, including data collection and analysis. Currently, we are looking for someone for a specific project (see task description). However, we are open (and would welcome) to collaborate beyond this project.

Job description

• Qualitative data analysis of video recordings. You will analyse segments of spoken language and gestures for non-literal use of language describing imperceptible concepts in chemistry
• Support in data collection

Profile

• You have solid chemistry knowledge at high school level or higher.
• You are a student at ETH or UZH (in any field).
• You speak German at C1 level.
• You are motivated to learn about research methods in educational psychology.
• Finally, no prior experience with qualitative data analysis or data collection is expected

Workplace

Workplace

We offer

• Payment CHF 30.70 per hour, up to 15 hours per week (during semester)
• Insight into research practices in learning and instruction
• Work experience in academic research

We value diversity

Curious? So are we.

You can find more information about the Professorship of Research on Learning and Instruction and the research lab here. You can also contact Dr. Charlotte Müller via email (Write an email) with questions about the position.

Please submit the following application documents using the ETH online portal:

• Letter of motivation describing your qualifications and interest for the position
• CV

We look forward to receiving your online application by October 11, 2024.

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered. We will consider applications as they come in until the position is filled.

For recruitment services the GTC of ETH Zurich apply.

About ETH Zürich

Curious? So are we.

You can find more information about the Professorship of Research on Learning and Instruction and the research lab here. You can also contact Dr. Charlotte Müller via email (Write an email) with questions about the position.

Please submit the following application documents using the ETH online portal:

• Letter of motivation describing your qualifications and interest for the position
• CV

We look forward to receiving your online application by October 11, 2024.

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered. We will consider applications as they come in until the position is filled.

For recruitment services the GTC of ETH Zurich apply.