The Swiss federal government has approved six new National Centres of Competence in Research (NCCRs). These programmes will provide long term strength to key strategic research areas in Switzerland. ETH Zurich heads three of the six approved NCCRs, namely the NCCR “Genesis”, and sees this as a major opportunity for education, top-level research and knowledge transfer to industry and society. “Genesis” investigates the origin of life as a gradual transition from inanimate matter to living organisms. The centre will be managed in close cooperation with the University of Lausanne (UNIL). The project brings together more than 100 scientists from all parts of the country, bridging the gap between biology, chemistry, astrophysics, and Earth and planetary sciences.

In order to strengthen the small project team and support the NCCR Director in his tasks, we are establishing the new role "Administration & Logistics Assistant". This position reports to the NCCR Finance & Administration Manager.

• Provide day-to-day general administrative support to the Finance & Administration Manager, e.g. Processing of purchase orders, invoices, expenses, and tracking of minor expenditures
• Assist in on-/offboarding of ETH Zurich personnel (administrative aspects)
• Organize and coordinate logistics for meetings, workshops, conferences, reviews including room bookings, travel, accommodation, catering, and on-site arrangements

• You hold a commercial diploma, Matura or Handelsmittelschuldiploma and has gained preferably first working experience in a lively business environment
• Open minded teamplayer with an interest in natural sciences, especially those connected to the origins of life research
• Commercial degree or similar
• Eager to learn and develop new skills
• Familiar with Microsoft Programs and Social Media tools
• Well-organized, service oriented, hands-on mentality
• Good language skills in German and English
• Teamplayer with a sense of humour

• 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 offer flexible working conditions in an inspiring, international research environment.

In line with

our values

Equal Opportunities and Diversity website

climate-neutral future

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

• Motivation letter
• CV
• Work testimonials

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

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.