Student Research Assistantship Position on Computer Science Education Research (Web Developer) 10%-30%, Zurich, fixed-term
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Student Research Assistantship Position on Computer Science Education Research (Web Developer)
10%-30%, Zurich, fixed-term
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The Professorship for Research on Learning and Instruction at ETH Zurich strives to discover effective, evidence-based
ways to improve educational practice. To continue in this direction, it is currently looking for a skilled student
Research Assistant (RA) to lead the technical development of a web-based platform for educational research.
Project background
The specific project that you would support as a student RA, is investigating how Generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT) can be
used to teach "problem decomposition" skills. We need you to build the web application that will serve as the interface
for our lab experiments. You will work closely with a PhD student to turn research designs into a functioning
prototype. Compensation will be CHF 30.70 per hour , up to 15 hours per week (during the semester).
Job description
- Full-Stack Development: Build a web application from scratch to host educational tasks and integrate it with
educational frameworks
- AI Integration: Integrate popular AI frameworks (e.g., OpenAI, Gemini, etc.) to the application to allow AI-assisted
user interaction
- Experiment Design: experience with or willingness to study new frameworks for creating experiments and studies(e.g.,
jsPsych and PsychoPy), or even writing the full-stack pipeline
- Collaboration: Iterate on the prototype based on pilot testing and feedback from the research team
Workload: Approximately 15 hours per week on average during the semester, with a preference to increase the working
hours during the semester breaks (up to 40 hours/week).
Duration: We are seeking individuals who can commit to this role initially for 2 months as a trial period, with the
potential for a longer engagement if the collaboration goes well. Therefore, we prefer individuals who can stay
enrolled as a student and can be employed as an assistant for at least one year, and possibly longer.
Currently, we are looking for an RA to assist with the development of a specific project, but we are open (and would
welcome) to collaborate beyond this project.
Profile
- You are fluent in English (native or C1/C2 level)
- You are currently a university student in Zurich, Switzerland (in any field) and will remain enrolled as a student
for at least a year
- You have prior experience in building web applications or know how to do full-stack development (also recreationally
or for university classes)
- You will be available to work in January and February 2026 as a trial period, with the possibility to extend the
contract for longer in case of a successful collaboration.
Preferred
- You are motivated to learn about research methods in learning sciences and educational research
- You are preferably studying Computer Science or a related field
- You are interested in Learning Sciences or Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
- You are familiar with, or willing to learn, a behaviour experiment creation framework, e.g. PsychoPy or jsPsych
- You have good programming skills with HTML, Javascript and Python
- You are encouraged to experiment with vibe coding, but you’re also expected to take responsibility for ensuring
proper code quality control
Workplace
Workplace
We offer
- A unique opportunity to work with LLMs in an Educational Technology (EdTech) context
- Gaining practical experience with what is behind data collection and data preparation for analysis and publication
- A collaborative work environment with working hours designed to accommodate your academic schedule, including study
periods for exams
- Membership in an interdisciplinary team offering support and a friendly learning environment
- An occasion to get a first approach to scientific research in education, its methods, and theories
chevron_right Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich
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.
You can find more information about the Professorship of Research on Learning and Instruction and the research lab
here. For any questions related to the project or this position, please do not hesitate to contact Martina Vincoli
(mvincoli@ethz.ch)
Please submit the following application documents using the ETH online portal:
- Letter of motivation describing your qualifications and interest for the position
- CV (including your predicted graduation date)
We look forward to receiving your online application by December 11, 2025 . The preferred start date is as soon as
possible.
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via
email or postal services will not be considered. We will consider applications as they come in until the position is
filled.
We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial
intelligence.
About ETH Zürich
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.
About ETH Zürich
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.
10%-30%, Zurich, fixed-term
print Drucken
The Professorship for Research on Learning and Instruction at ETH Zurich strives to discover effective, evidence-based
ways to improve educational practice. To continue in this direction, it is currently looking for a skilled student
Research Assistant (RA) to lead the technical development of a web-based platform for educational research.
Project background
The specific project that you would support as a student RA, is investigating how Generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT) can be
used to teach "problem decomposition" skills. We need you to build the web application that will serve as the interface
for our lab experiments. You will work closely with a PhD student to turn research designs into a functioning
prototype. Compensation will be CHF 30.70 per hour , up to 15 hours per week (during the semester).
Job description
- Full-Stack Development: Build a web application from scratch to host educational tasks and integrate it with
educational frameworks
- AI Integration: Integrate popular AI frameworks (e.g., OpenAI, Gemini, etc.) to the application to allow AI-assisted
user interaction
- Experiment Design: experience with or willingness to study new frameworks for creating experiments and studies(e.g.,
jsPsych and PsychoPy), or even writing the full-stack pipeline
- Collaboration: Iterate on the prototype based on pilot testing and feedback from the research team
Workload: Approximately 15 hours per week on average during the semester, with a preference to increase the working
hours during the semester breaks (up to 40 hours/week).
Duration: We are seeking individuals who can commit to this role initially for 2 months as a trial period, with the
potential for a longer engagement if the collaboration goes well. Therefore, we prefer individuals who can stay
enrolled as a student and can be employed as an assistant for at least one year, and possibly longer.
Currently, we are looking for an RA to assist with the development of a specific project, but we are open (and would
welcome) to collaborate beyond this project.
Profile
- You are fluent in English (native or C1/C2 level)
- You are currently a university student in Zurich, Switzerland (in any field) and will remain enrolled as a student
for at least a year
- You have prior experience in building web applications or know how to do full-stack development (also recreationally
or for university classes)
- You will be available to work in January and February 2026 as a trial period, with the possibility to extend the
contract for longer in case of a successful collaboration.
Preferred
- You are motivated to learn about research methods in learning sciences and educational research
- You are preferably studying Computer Science or a related field
- You are interested in Learning Sciences or Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
- You are familiar with, or willing to learn, a behaviour experiment creation framework, e.g. PsychoPy or jsPsych
- You have good programming skills with HTML, Javascript and Python
- You are encouraged to experiment with vibe coding, but you’re also expected to take responsibility for ensuring
proper code quality control
Workplace
Workplace
We offer
- A unique opportunity to work with LLMs in an Educational Technology (EdTech) context
- Gaining practical experience with what is behind data collection and data preparation for analysis and publication
- A collaborative work environment with working hours designed to accommodate your academic schedule, including study
periods for exams
- Membership in an interdisciplinary team offering support and a friendly learning environment
- An occasion to get a first approach to scientific research in education, its methods, and theories
chevron_right Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich
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.
You can find more information about the Professorship of Research on Learning and Instruction and the research lab
here. For any questions related to the project or this position, please do not hesitate to contact Martina Vincoli
(mvincoli@ethz.ch)
Please submit the following application documents using the ETH online portal:
- Letter of motivation describing your qualifications and interest for the position
- CV (including your predicted graduation date)
We look forward to receiving your online application by December 11, 2025 . The preferred start date is as soon as
possible.
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via
email or postal services will not be considered. We will consider applications as they come in until the position is
filled.
We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial
intelligence.
About ETH Zürich
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.
About ETH Zürich
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.