Professur oder Assistenzprofessur (Tenure Track) für Sustainability in Mechanical and Process Engineering (Departement Maschinenbau und Verfahrenstechnik)
ETH Zürich
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Professur oder Assistenzprofessur (Tenure Track) für Sustainability in Mechanical and Process Engineering
The Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering (www.mavt.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the
above-mentioned position.
The new professor is expected to establish an ambitious, world-class research program in the field of sustainable
engineering. We encourage applications from outstanding candidates with visible expertise in this broad field which
ranges from sustainable materials engineering to green manufacturing. Successful candidates must demonstrate an
excellent international record of research accomplishments with application to mechanical/aerospace structures and
shall be able to leverage this knowledge to solve important engineering challenges such as designing consumer products
with sustainable and durable materials, developing lightweight, robust and resilient structures, and conceiving
energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, and low-waste manufacturing processes. Specific areas of research may
include (but are not limited to): (i) engineering with composite materials emphasizing regenerative and sustainable
solutions including natural, biodegradable, and recyclable materials as well as embedded multifunctionality at
different scales; (ii) sustainable and circular engineering design at all levels from components to engineering
systems; (iii) manufacturing process design with the goal of reducing energy consumption, CO2 emissions and
non-reusable waste during the full product life-cycle. Candidates taking an experimental approach offering hands-on
learning experiences for our students are highly encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates should hold a PhD degree or equivalent in engineering and have an outstanding international
record of accomplishments in research on the above topics. Further, a strong motivation and indisputable commitment to
teaching is expected. In general, at ETH Zurich undergraduate level courses are taught in German or English and
graduate level courses are taught in English.
ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities. The level of
the appointment will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of
dual-career couples.
Please apply online for Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Sustainability in Mechanical and Process Engineering
Please apply online for Professor of Sustainability in Mechanical and Process Engineering
Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a list of publications and projects, a statement of future research
and teaching interests, a description of the leadership philosophy, three key publications, a description of the three
most important achievements*, and a certificate of the highest degree. The letter of application should be addressed to
the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 15 September 2025.
* Die ETH Zürich legt Wert auf eine qualitative Bewertung akademischer Leistungen. In diesem Sinne sind Sie gebeten,
eine kurze Beschreibung Ihrer drei wichtigsten Errungenschaften den Unterlagen beizufügen (maximal je eine halbe
Seite). Dies können neben Forschungsergebnissen auch besondere Leistungen in der Lehre und deren Weiterentwicklung,
Dienstleistungen zugunsten der akademischen Gemeinschaft oder der Gesellschaft, Softwareentwicklungen, Patente,
Wissens- und Praxistransfer, Spin-offs und dergleichen sein.
Bitte beachten Sie: Für Assistenzprofessuren wird eine Berufung in einem frühen Karrierestadium angestrebt. Bei der
vergleichenden Bewertung der Leistungen der Bewerber:innen wird das jeweilige akademische Nettoalter als Zeitraum seit
der Promotionsprüfung berücksichtigt, der für wissenschaftliche Arbeit aufgewendet wurde. Dieser Zeitraum sollte zum
Zeitpunkt der Bewerbung acht Jahre nicht überschreiten.
Bitte beachten Sie: Alle Unterlagen sind in Englisch einzureichen.
The Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering (www.mavt.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the
above-mentioned position.
The new professor is expected to establish an ambitious, world-class research program in the field of sustainable
engineering. We encourage applications from outstanding candidates with visible expertise in this broad field which
ranges from sustainable materials engineering to green manufacturing. Successful candidates must demonstrate an
excellent international record of research accomplishments with application to mechanical/aerospace structures and
shall be able to leverage this knowledge to solve important engineering challenges such as designing consumer products
with sustainable and durable materials, developing lightweight, robust and resilient structures, and conceiving
energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, and low-waste manufacturing processes. Specific areas of research may
include (but are not limited to): (i) engineering with composite materials emphasizing regenerative and sustainable
solutions including natural, biodegradable, and recyclable materials as well as embedded multifunctionality at
different scales; (ii) sustainable and circular engineering design at all levels from components to engineering
systems; (iii) manufacturing process design with the goal of reducing energy consumption, CO2 emissions and
non-reusable waste during the full product life-cycle. Candidates taking an experimental approach offering hands-on
learning experiences for our students are highly encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates should hold a PhD degree or equivalent in engineering and have an outstanding international
record of accomplishments in research on the above topics. Further, a strong motivation and indisputable commitment to
teaching is expected. In general, at ETH Zurich undergraduate level courses are taught in German or English and
graduate level courses are taught in English.
ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities. The level of
the appointment will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications.
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of
dual-career couples.
Please apply online for Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Sustainability in Mechanical and Process Engineering
Please apply online for Professor of Sustainability in Mechanical and Process Engineering
Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a list of publications and projects, a statement of future research
and teaching interests, a description of the leadership philosophy, three key publications, a description of the three
most important achievements*, and a certificate of the highest degree. The letter of application should be addressed to
the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot. The closing date for applications is 15 September 2025.
* Die ETH Zürich legt Wert auf eine qualitative Bewertung akademischer Leistungen. In diesem Sinne sind Sie gebeten,
eine kurze Beschreibung Ihrer drei wichtigsten Errungenschaften den Unterlagen beizufügen (maximal je eine halbe
Seite). Dies können neben Forschungsergebnissen auch besondere Leistungen in der Lehre und deren Weiterentwicklung,
Dienstleistungen zugunsten der akademischen Gemeinschaft oder der Gesellschaft, Softwareentwicklungen, Patente,
Wissens- und Praxistransfer, Spin-offs und dergleichen sein.
Bitte beachten Sie: Für Assistenzprofessuren wird eine Berufung in einem frühen Karrierestadium angestrebt. Bei der
vergleichenden Bewertung der Leistungen der Bewerber:innen wird das jeweilige akademische Nettoalter als Zeitraum seit
der Promotionsprüfung berücksichtigt, der für wissenschaftliche Arbeit aufgewendet wurde. Dieser Zeitraum sollte zum
Zeitpunkt der Bewerbung acht Jahre nicht überschreiten.
Bitte beachten Sie: Alle Unterlagen sind in Englisch einzureichen.