Hermann-Weyl-Instructorship
Hermann-Weyl-Instructorships are prestigious postdoctoral positions, co-funded by the FIM and the Department of Mathematics (D-MATH) at ETH Zurich. These positions come with a low teaching duty and very competitive working conditions. Successful candidates spend three years at ETH, in an ideal research environment.
We welcome applicants in all areas of mathematics who obtained their phd diploma not more than three years ago.
Hermann Weyl (1885 - 1955) was Professor of Mathematics at ETH Zürich from 1913 to 1930. He was one of the most influential and versatile mathematicians of the 20th century.
About the Hermann-Weyl-Instructorship positions
Duration
Hermann-Weyl-Instructors are employed as postdocs for the period of three years.
Mentor
Every Hermann-Weyl-Instructor has a mentor at the Department of Mathematics at ETH Zurich.
Duties
Hermann-Weyl-Instructors are expected to participate in the teaching at the Department as follows: Supervising one exercise class per semester during two consecutive or non-consecutive semesters within the first two years. Furthermore, the assistance in the correction of exams is expected. The rest of the time can either be fully dedicated to research or combined with further teaching on an advanced level (to be discussed with the mentor).
Salary
The salary complies with ETH's salary plan for postdocs
Next call
The next call for positions starting in 2026 will open at the beginning of October 2025.
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