Eiermann Postdoctoral Fellowship in History and Theory of Architecture

Vor 5 Tagen

Zürich ZH, Schweiz ETH Zurich Vollzeit
Eiermann Postdoctoral Fellowship in History and Theory of Architecture
100%, Zurich, fixed-term

The Egon Eiermann Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta), Department of Architecture (D-ARCH), ETH Zurich offers a one year postdoctoral research position to be filled as of 1 October 2026.

The fellowship is generously supported by the Peter und Waltraud Betsche Fonds in memory of the German architect Egon Eiermann.

Job description

As an Eiermann Postdoctoral Fellow you will further develop and deepen your own reserach as part of the gta Institute. Beside performing your own research activities you will engage in an active exchange with the different divisions and reserch groups at our institute. You will also engage in D-ARCH activities, particularly within the framework of the Doctoral Programme in the History and Theory of Architecture and further programs.

The Eiermann Postoctoral Fellow is provided full access to existing resources (e.g. technology platforms, gta Archives, ETH Library). The stipend corresponds to a standard ETH Zurich postdoctoral salary. The fellow pays the own travel costs and accommodation. A workspace is provided.

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The Egon Eiermann Fellowship is awarded to postdoctoral researchers in the history and theory of architecture who focus on modern architecture in Europe and related topics.

Furthermore, we aim to maintain and expand our diversity and thus, we encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.

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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
We value diversity and sustainability

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.

Curious? So are we.

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

  • Letter of motivation
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Contact details for two academic references (contacts only, please; no letters will be accepted)
  • Research proposal (max. 2 pages)

Submission deadline: 19 January 2026

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

Candidates will be informed if their proposal is accepted for furhter consideration in January 2026.

For information about the gta Institute and the Department of Architecture, please refer to our websites: Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta) and D-ARCH Homepage.

If you have any further questions, please send an email to [].

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