Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Environmental Microbiology

The Department of Environmental Systems Science (www.usys.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich in­vites applications for an Assistant Professorship (Tenure Track) in Environmental Mi­cro­biology.

Candidates with outstanding scientific track records in any related field will be considered, but preference is given to applicants working on microbial processes in environmental systems. The new Professor should establish a world-class research group and integrate into research activities in related fields at ETH Zurich. In addition, he or she should contribute to the teaching of undergraduate level courses (German or English) and graduate level courses (English) for students of Environmental Science and Biology. The Professorship will be equipped with a generous personnel and operational budget, but it will be expected to attract further funds for research through competitive grants.

The appointment is expected to be made at the Assistant Professor level. Assistant Pro­fes­sorships have been established to promote the careers of younger scien¬tists. The initial appointment is for four years with the possibility of renewal for an additional two-year pe­ri­od and promotion to a permanent position.

Your application should include your curriculum vitae, a list of refereed publications as well as a statement of your research and teaching interests. The letter of application should be addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Ralph Eichler. The closing date for applications is 30 April 2013. ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In order to increase the number of women in leading academic positions, we specifically encourage women to apply. ETH Zurich is further responsive to the needs of dual career couples and qualifies as a family friendly employer. Please apply online at www.facultyaffairs.ethz.ch.