2 Student Assistant Positions - Database Management & Software Engineering

5 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

ETH Zürich

Research Field

Computer science » Database management
Computer science » Informatics
Computer science » Other
Computer science » Programming

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Switzerland

Application Deadline

3 Apr 2024 - 21:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

41

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

2 Student Assistant Positions - Database Management & Software Engineering

The Chair of Systems Design at ETH Zurich is looking for two student research assistants to working on our project "130 years of Swiss Parliament ". The positions are temporary, starting in January 2024 and concluding at the end of June 2024.

Project background

We are looking for a student research assistants to work on our data project “DemocraSci – a research platform for data-driven democracy studies in Switzerland”. The projects uses almost 130 years of Swiss parliamentary data to create a comprehensive and searchable database on Swiss politics. Get an overview over the projects here .

Job description

Data Management Position: 

You will assist the projects with database-related tasks, such as:

• Database scraping, including data cleaning and pre-processing
• Database compilation (gathering information from multiple sources into one coherent database)
• Database integration
• Writing scripts for automated collection of data on members of parliament (committee engagements, interest group ties, etc.)

Software Engieering Position: 

You will assist our colleagues at the Swiss Data Science Center in programming pdf2data, a new tool that allows easy extraction of text data from (scanned) PDF documents. Tasks include: 

• Feature development: implenenting new features for pdf2data (e.g., adding text-ordering routines, implementing automatic OCR, programming table extractions)
• Debugging: implementing testing routines for the software
• Documentation: documenting the new features

Your profile

You need to be student at ETH Zurich or the University of Zurich (computer science, data science or related field). You need excellent database management skills/ software development skills (please detail your experience in the motivation letter), good coding skills in Phyton as well as LaTex skills.

Command of German/French is also a plus (since 99% of the data is in German and French), but not a must.

You should be available for the duration of 6 months (January-July).

Application deadline: January 31.
The start date for the position is as soon as possible. We will consider applications immediately until the position is filled.

We offer

ETH Zurich is a family-friendly employer with excellent working conditions. You can look forward to an exciting working environment, cultural diversity and attractive offers and benefits.

Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich

We value diversity
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.
Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application including

• CV
• a short motivation letter

Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications sent by email or post will not be considered.

Further information about the Chair of Systems Design can be found on our website . For further information, please contact Dr. Laurence Brandenberger, email [email protected] (no applications).

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.
Requirements

Research Field

Computer science

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Computer science

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Computer science

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Computer science

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

2

Company/Institute

ETH Zürich

Country

Switzerland

City

Zurich

Postal Code

8006

Street

Rämistrasse 101

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/eth-zurich/2024/2-student-assistant-positions-…

Contact

City

Zurich

Website

https://ethz.ch/en.html

Postal Code

8006

STATUS: EXPIRED