• A PhD in Health Science and Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Rehabilitation Engineering, Neurorehabilitation, or related fields.
• At least 5 years of experience in a research environment (PhD or Postdoctoral researcher level) with specific experience with student supervision, team management, as well as grant and publication writing.
• Prior experience in experimental technology-based neurorehabilitation research with human participants, including study design, ethics application, data collection with neurological patients, and data analysis.
• A strong interest in developing and applying (robotic) technologies for neurorehabilitation, regularly interacting with relevant stakeholders in the field (e.g., patients, clinicians), and mentoring and advising PhD students.
• Strong academic record, including publications in leading journals in the field.
• Strong technical understanding of neurorehabilitation technologies (e.g., in terms of mechanical design and control).
• Good understanding of basic clinical principles and mechanisms of post-stroke neurorehabilitation.
• Knowledge of important considerations for obtaining high-quality data in challenging environments, including good clinical practice.
• Prior experience in supervising students in the context of research projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Independence and “getting things done mentality”.
• Scientific curiosity and motivation to perform scientifically rigorous experimental work.
• Desire to expand knowledge and acquire new expertise, work in an international environment.

We seek candidates who take ownership of their research and are able to independently drive ideas forward. Successful applicants will actively engage with supervisors and collaborators, seek input when needed, and thoughtfully integrate feedback.

• Accredited with 5 Tripartite Standards by Tripartite Alliance for Fair & Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP) Singapore. 
• A diverse workplace with 32 nationalities, offering ample opportunities for mutual learning. 
• Positive and inclusive working environment. 
• 25 days of annual leave for fixed-term contracts. 
• 1 day of Birthday Leave. 
• Annual dental benefits. 
• Committed to being a supportive employer as you prioritize your physical and mental wellness. 
• Comprehensive healthcare insurance coverage. 
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement (up to 2 days per week from home). 
• Abundant networking opportunities across various disciplines. 
• Accredited with NS mark certification. 

The Singapore-ETH Centre is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer. All candidates will be evaluated on their merits and qualifications, without regards to gender, race, age or religion.

In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• A cover letter with a specific statement of your motivation for the project.
• Your CV including the name and contact information of 2 references.
• A copy of your university transcripts as PDFs.

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

Work location: 1 Create Way, CREATE Tower, Singapore 138602 (NUS University Town)
Contract Duration: 2 Years

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.

Further information about The Singapore-ETH Centre can be found on our website.

For further information, please contact: Prof. Dr Olivier LAMBERCY (ETH Zurich), olivier.lambercy@hest.ethz.ch, (no applications).