Research Assistants (Law, Computer Science, or related fields)

Immigration Policy Lab; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 9.000 - 27.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ETH Zürich is seeking Research Assistants in Law, Computer Science, or related fields to support a SNSF-funded project on Responsible AI for the Swiss Judiciary. The role offers flexible contributions aligning with your background and interests.

Responsibilities include stakeholder coordination, project organization, and aiding in the development of AI-based prototypes, with a focus on research activities across disciplines.

Qualifikationen

• Enrolled as a student at a Swiss university with interest in AI and judiciary.
• Interest in interdisciplinary research spanning law and computer science.
• Willingness to engage in project management and coordination tasks.

Aufgaben

• Support stakeholder interactions with courts and judicial actors.
• Assist in organizing and coordinating project activities.
• Contribute to project management tasks (documentation, coordination, website).
• Assist in developing and refining AI-based research prototypes.
• Participate in research activities across disciplines.

Kenntnisse

Law

Programming

Data Science

Ausbildung

Swiss university student

Jobbeschreibung

Research Assistants (Law, Computer Science, or related fields)

10%-30%, Zurich, fixed-term

As part of the SNSF-funded project “Responsible AI for the Swiss Judiciary”, we work on real-world applications of artificial intelligence for the Swiss judiciary in close collaboration with courts and partners across Switzerland. We are looking for Research Assistants (Law, Computer Science, or related fields).

Job description

We are looking for highly motivated Research Assistants to support our SNSF-funded research project.

The position offers a wide range of possible contributions, depending on your background and interests. Tasks may include:

• Supporting stakeholder interactions, including communication and collaboration with courts and judicial actors
• Assisting in the organization and coordination of project activities
• Contributing to project management tasks (e.g., documentation, coordination, project website)
• Supporting the development and refinement of AI-based research prototypes
• Assisting in research activities

This flexibility allows candidates to engage with the project in ways that best match their skills and interests.

Our offices are located in downtown Zurich, and the working languages are German and English.

Profile

We are looking for students enrolled at a Swiss university who are enthusiastic about contributing to an interdisciplinary research project on AI in the judiciary.

We particularly welcome candidates with a background in:

• Law, especially with an interest in AI and judicial processes
• Computer Science or Data Science, especially with practical programming experience
• Currently enrolled as a student at a Swiss university

We are also open to candidates from other disciplines who demonstrate a strong motivation to contribute to our project.

• Experience with project management and German language skills are a plus.

Workplace

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
• 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

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.

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.