Professor of Architecture and Infrastructures

American Institute of Architects; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Switzerland is seeking a Professor of Architecture to oversee design studio instruction, supervise Master's theses, and establish a robust research agenda. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio in high-quality architectural projects and demonstrate teaching and leadership capabilities. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of architecture in a collaborative academic environment, with courses taught in both German and English.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Family-friendly policies

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Substantial built oeuvre in high-quality architecture.
• Experience in both research and teaching.
• Leadership competence and ability to contribute to department development.

Responsibilities

• Teach design studio and give lectures for Bachelor's and Master's students.
• Supervise Master’s theses and develop teaching covering design and integration.
• Develop a state-of-the-art research agenda with interdisciplinary collaboration.

Skills

Design competence

Research skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Teaching experience

Education

University degree in architecture or related field

Job description

The Department of Architecture (www.arch.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position. The professorship is located at the Institute of Design and Architecture IEA (www.iea.arch.ethz.ch).

The new professor is mainly responsible for teaching a design studio and giving lectures for students in the Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programme in Architecture, including the supervision of Master’s theses. Teaching will cover theoretical foundations, methodological skills and specialized knowledge in the field of design and integration of contemporary infrastructures. Positioned at the intersection of architecture, landscape and urban planning, it will promote a contextual and sustainable vision beyond purely functional and technological approaches. Contemporary digital design and production techniques are, in general, an integral part of the sustainable architectural debate.

The new professor is expected to propose and develop a state-of-the-art research agenda. The focus is on the investigation and development of relevant topics that contribute to the advancement of architecture as a discipline, through a mutual interaction between theory and practice. All activities should be consistent with the principles of Baukultur, paying particular attention to the cultural, ecological and social dimensions of infrastructure. The position requires a strong interest in interdisciplinary collaboration with professorships among the Department of Architecture and across ETH Zurich. Of particular importance is the collaboration with the chairs at the Institute of Design and Architecture (IEA) and strong interest in cooperation with the chairs at the Institute of Landscape and Urban Studies (LUS).

Successful candidates must have a substantial built oeuvre and competence in design and realization of high-quality architecture with infrastructural relevance. They have a background in architecture, engineering, landscape architecture, or a related interdisciplinary field. Qualifications include a university degree, accreditation by architects and usually experience, both in research and teaching. Competence in leading a group and contribution to the development of the Department of Architecture beyond the boundaries of the discipline are expected. In general, at ETH Zurich courses are taught in German or English.

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

Please apply online: www.facultyaffairs.ethz.ch

Applications should include a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; a project portfolio; three statements on a) research, b) teaching, c) leadership; descriptions 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 15 February 2026.