Resilience & Crisis Management Policy Researcher

1000scholars; Zürich; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

The Center for Security Studies (CSS) at ETH Zurich invites applications for a part-time researcher in Resilience and Crisis Management based in Zurich. You will conduct research, build specialised knowledge, engage with Swiss authorities, and provide policy advice on risks and disaster management.

The appointment is fixed-term and aims to contribute to security policy insights. You will publish findings in policy-relevant formats, present insights to policymakers, and collaborate in an

Qualifications

• MA/MSc degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Political Science, Risk Analysis, Resilience, Crisis and Disaster Management, Security Studies, Public Policy or Environmental Sciences).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in an international team.
• English proficiency required; knowledge of one Swiss national language is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Focus on issue areas, build specialised knowledge, and help authorities address challenges with policy advice.
• Publish findings in policy-relevant publications and disseminate knowledge to policymakers.
• Ideally join as soon as possible.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Research experience

Education

MA/MSc degree

Job description

The Center for Security Studies (CSS) at ETH Zurich invites applications for a part-time researcher in Resilience and Crisis Management based in Zurich. You will conduct research, build specialised knowledge, engage with Swiss authorities, and provide policy advice on risks and disaster management.

The appointment is fixed-term and aims to contribute to security policy insights. You will publish findings in policy-relevant formats, present insights to policymakers, and collaborate in an