• Perform qualitative social science (STS) research in the above-mentioned area in fulfillment of the research project, States of Anxiety: Expertise and Activism in Digital and Ecological Environments
• Work towards publications in recognized international journals, including co-authored papers with other group members
• Engage on topics of ethical, social, and political aspects of digital technologies within the ETH Public Policy School, the university, Zürich civil society, activist groups, and wider publics
• Participate regularly in the events of the Ethics, Technology and Society research group and support the work of the group, including the organization of meetings, project maintenance, planning of project events, workshops, conferences
• Actively engage with professors, students, and researchers at the D-GESS department, ETH Zürich, and in the Swiss and international STS community
• (Co-)Develop and (co-)teach MA level and Bachelor level courses in the Science in Perspective Program , in accordance with project outputs

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• 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 numerous benefits, such as public transport season tickets and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ, childcare and attractive pension benefits

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:

• CV
• List of publications
• A letter of motivation that describes your research profile, your methodology, and future goals (max 2 pages)
• A statement highlighting 1) research and experience relevant to the “States of Anxiety” research project and 2) how you see your role as a social scientist in conversation with current social and political debates (max 1 page).
• 1-2 writing samples (e.g. a chapter of your PhD thesis, a publication, or an article-in-progress)
• The names and contact details of up to three references. Letters of recommendation will be solicited from short-listed candidates.
• Relevant transcripts and certificates (e.g. transcripts from graduate study; a scan of your MA and PhD degree)

Further information about the Professorship for Ethics, Technology and Society can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Gabriel Dorthe, gabriel.dorthe@gess.ethz.ch (no applications).

Applications are due on Monday, December 7, 2026.

The successful candidate is expected to start the position on April 1, 2027, or by arrangement but no later than June 1, 2027.

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.

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yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to
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