Open positions
We are listing open positions in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, the Geological Institute, the Institute of Geochemistry and Petrology, the Institute of Geophysics, the Swiss Seismological Service, and associated organisations.
Note: Please apply exclusively via our online job application portal. Applications via email or by post cannot be considered.
Open faculty positions
Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Earth and Planetary Evolution
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position.
The professorship of "Earth and Planetary Evolution" focuses on the physical processes governing the evolution, habitability and surface dynamics of the Earth, rocky planets, icy moons, and exoplanets. The successful candidate will actively develop and apply large-scale numerical simulations and data assimilation techniques, integrating a diverse range of data (e.g., seismic, gravity, geologic, magnetic, multi-spectral) and modern AI approaches in order to understand long-term planetary dynamics, volatile cycling, conditions for life and resource formation.
Research themes of interest include, but are not limited to, computational geophysics, planetary science or a related field, with expertise in multi-physics modelling (thermal, hydraulic, mechanical, chemical) and a demonstrated commitment to developing and applying state-of-the-art numerical methods that harness modern high-performance computing systems.
Please apply online. The closing date for applications is 15 December 2026.
Professor or Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Critical Mineral Resources
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position.
The successful candidate is expected to develop an innovative research programme focused on the processes of ore formation, including a significant field-based component. A strong analytical foundation is essential. The research should contribute to a fundamental understanding of the processes controlling the formation, enrichment, and sustainable utilisation of critical mineral resources required for the energy transition and future low-carbon technologies.
Research themes of interest include, but are not limited to, the physical and chemical mechanisms governing critical element enrichment, the timescales of ore formation, mineral precipitation from fluids and melts, the valorisation of anthropogenic resources, and integrated approaches to resource assessment and sustainability.
Please apply online. The closing date for applications is 31 October 2026.
Further job openings
Open positions at the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences will be published on our website and the ETH Zurich job portal.
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