Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Computer Science – Networking and Distributed Systems

Karlstad University; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 80’000 - 120’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading technical university in Zürich is seeking an Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Computer Science, focusing on Networking and Distributed Systems. The role involves establishing a robust research program, supervising doctoral students, and teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates should have a strong computer science background and recognized expertise in their field. The application deadline is 8 January 2026.

Leistungen

Equal opportunity employer

Family-friendly policies

Qualifikationen

• Strong background in computer science.
• Expertise in networking and distributed systems.
• Experience in supervising doctoral students.

Aufgaben

• Establish and lead a strong research program.
• Supervise doctoral students and teach courses.
• Collaborate in research and teaching.

Ausbildung

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Computer Science – Networking and Distributed Systems

ETH Zürich is well known for its excellent education, ground-breaking fundamental research and for implementing its results directly into practice.

The Department of Computer Science (www.inf.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for an assistant professorship (tenure track) in computer science with focus on networking and distributed systems and special emphasis on data centers and cloud computing. Within these areas, topics of interest include protocol design, performance analysis, system architecture, distributed applications at scale, etc.

Applicants should be strongly rooted in computer science, have internationally recognized expertise in their field, and pursue research at the forefront of computer science. Successful candidates should establish and lead a strong research program. The new professor will be expected to supervise doctoral students and teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses. Collaboration in research and teaching is expected both within the department and with other groups of ETH Zurich and related institutions.

Assistant professorships have been established to promote the careers of younger scientists. ETH Zurich implements a tenure track system equivalent to that of other top international universities.

ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a list of publications with the three to five most important ones clearly marked, three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership, the names of three references, 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 8 January 2026.

Job details

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Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Computer Science – Networking and Distributed Systems