Teaching Assistant / Teaching Assistantess

Teaching Assistant for a Bridging Course Project in Refugee Camps

10%-30%, Zurich, fixed-term

We are seeking motivated students in Chemistry or Interdisciplinary Sciences at ETH Zurich (Bachelor or Master level) for a bridging course project for chemistry (Matura level) in refugee camps.

Project Background

Under the initiative of Professor Roland Riek, this project aims to provide bridging courses to individuals in refugee camps and other environments with limited access to secondary and higher education. Our goal is to offer every individual the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their background or circumstances. Supported by ETH Zurich, these bridging courses create a learning environment in refugee camps to address the educational and infrastructural gaps that hinder access to higher education.

Job Description

As part of a dedicated team of teaching assistants and researchers, you will:

• Design, create, and optimize the bridging course for Chemistry at the Matura level.
• Instruct and support local on-site teachers.
• Assist Professor Riek's team with various tasks related to the bridging course project.

During the semester, the workload is up to 15 hours per week, while during the semester break, it may increase to a maximum of 41 hours per week.

Profile

• You are an enrolled Bachelor or Master student in Chemistry or Interdisciplinary Sciences at ETH Zurich.
• You have a keen interest in teaching chemistry at the Matura level.
• You are passionate about making an impact in addressing social and educational global inequalities.

Workplace

The position will be based in an innovative and collaborative setting at ETH Zurich.

We Offer

• Valuable work experience in teaching.
• A meaningful work environment.
• A highly motivated and competent team.
• Flexible working hours that are compatible with your studies.

We Value Diversity

ETH Zurich is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity and values diversity. We nurture a working and learning environment where the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Please visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to discover how we create a fair and open environment that allows everyone to thrive.

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About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specializing in science and technology. Renowned for its exceptional education, pioneering research, and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society, our university attracts over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries. Located in the heart of Europe yet fostering connections worldwide, we collaborate to develop innovative solutions for today’s and tomorrow’s global challenges.