Established researcher or postdoctoral position in solid Earth or planetary geodynamics

Established researcher or postdoctoral position in solid Earth or planetary geodynamics

The GFD group in the Institute of Geophysics, Department of Earth Sciences, ETH Zurich, Switzerland (led by Professors Paul Tackley and Taras Gerya) seeks a scientist to join our vigorous research program in the geodynamics of the solid Earth and planets. The working language of the group is English. 

A starting date in mid to late 2022 is negotiable and the contract is renewable annually up to a maximum of 6 years, the maximum allowed by ETH Zurich for an Oberassistant7 established researcher. A more junior applicant might be appointed initially at the postdoctoral researcher level.

You are expected to perform research independently as well as in collaboration with other group members and to teach. This includes raising external funding and supervising PhD students, teaching MSc and BSc courses (in English) and supervising MSc and BSc projects.

An attractive salary will be in accordance with the regulations of ETH Zurich. Flexible working hours including working part of the time at a home office are normal. The Department of Earth Sciences at ETHZ and the GFD group greatly value diversity among its researchers, are committed to building a more diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourage applications from women and other underrepresented minorities. ETHZ supports numerous family-friendly initiatives such as maternity benefits , childcare facilities  in the university area, family allowances , and dedicated assistance to dual-career couples .

Applicants will normally have at least 1-2 years of postdoctoral experience and a field of expertise that may be anything in the area of lithosphere and mantle dynamics, the dynamics of solid planetary bodies (including icy moons and exoplanets), early Earth/planetary processes (formation, core-mantle differentiation), etc. Strong numerical modelling skills including the ability to develop codes are an advantage.

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.

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

• CV
• Publication list
• Statement of research interests
• Names and contact information of at least two references

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

Further information about the research group can be found on the website:

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Professor Paul Tackley, email [email protected] .