Student Research Assistant in Biocommunication 10%-30%

ETH Zürich • Teilzeit • Zürich • vor 2Tg

The position is offered in the Biocommunication Group at ETH Zurich, led by Professor Consuelo De Moraes. Our group investigates plant-insect interactions using behavioral, chemical, and molecular approaches. We are looking for a motivated student to support a research project on flowering responses in different plant species following bumblebee-inflicted leaf damage.

Job description

In this position, you will work alongside a PhD student conducting flowering assays with different plant species. The project involves both plant maintenance and experimental work with bumblebees, including bee-damage treatments. The role is well-suited to a reliable and organized student who enjoys hands-on work with plants, insects, and greenhouse experiments.

After completing the required training, you will be able to carry out routine tasks with increasing independence. We aim to provide as much flexibility as possible regarding working hours and days. Occasional weekend work might be required.

The job mainly involves:

Cleaning, organizing, and preparing experimental equipment
Potting, watering, and maintaining plants
Bumblebee rearing
Preparing experimental setups for bumblebee damage treatments
Assisting with the execution and monitoring of experiments
Supporting general laboratory and greenhouse maintenance

Workload: approximately 15-18 hours per month, corresponding to a 10 - 30% position, usually consisting of 3-4 hours spread flexibly over the week
Start date: beginning of June
Duration: 6 months, with the possibility of extension to a year

All work will take place on the ETH Zurich campus, primarily in the LFO building and the LFG greenhouse. Occasional work may also take place in the experimental garden located outside near LFW.

Profile

Current Bachelor's or Master's student at ETH Zürich or UZH
Fluent in English
Comfortable working with bumblebees and no known allergy to bee stings
Reliable, careful and well organized
Willingness to work in laboratory, greenhouse, and occasional outdoor experimental settings

We offer

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
We are actively committed to a sustainable and climate-neutral university
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

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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.

We look forward to receiving your online application including:

CV
A short motivation letter

Further information about the Institute of Agricultural Sciences can be found on our Website.

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Nina Stanczyk; biocommunication@usys.ethz.ch (no applications).

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

We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

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