Research Assistants

vor 2 Wochen

Zürich ZH, Schweiz ETH Zurich Vollzeit
Research Assistants (Humanities / Social Sciences)
10%-30%, Zurich, fixed-term

The Law, Economics, and Business research group, headed by Professor Dr. Alexander Stremitzer at ETH Zurich is searching for Research Assistants (Law / Humanities / Social Sciences).

We are looking for highly motivated students with a strong interest in anthropology, sociology, theology, legal history and theory, religion & law, and/or philosophy, to support a major interdisciplinary research project examining how and why different societies have historically chosen to regulate morally or socially contentious practices in different legal forms.

Job description
  • Gathering materials (scientific journals, textbooks, statutory texts, codes, court decisions, and doctrinal writings) on the regulation of socially controversial practices in several jurisdictions.
  • Reviewing interdisciplinary literature from anthropology, sociology, political theory, philosophy, and religious studies relating to societal taboos, tolerance, decriminalization, legalization, and moral compromise.
  • Preparing annotated bibliographies, literature reviews, and research summaries.
  • Salaries are competitive and paid according to ETH standards.
Profile
  • We are looking for advanced students (preferably advanced Bachelor or at Master level) in history, theology/religious studies, anthropology, sociology, philosophy, or related fields.
  • Ideal candidates should have strong academic records and be capable of working with complex, interdisciplinary materials.
  • They have to be comfortable researching politically or morally sensitive topics and be proactive in locating relevant sources across multiple fields.
Workplace
Workplace
We offer
  • 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, including:

  • A cover letter (detailing your relevant experience/interest);
  • Your CV (English)
  • Your academic transcripts.

For further informations about the Center for Law & Economics please visit our website. Inquiries regarding the position should be sent to Alessandro Tacconelli by email at (no applications) only if absolutely necessary and not already addressed in the job description.

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