Research Assistants in Law 10%-20%, Zurich, fixed-term The Law, Economics, and Business research group, headed by Professor Dr. Alexander Stremitzer at ETH Zurich is searching for Research Assistants (Law). We are looking for highly motivated law students with an interest in legal research related to law and technology (including a strong focus on AI) and/or contract design. The work will support upcoming courses in these areas during the fall semester. Job description Research assistants will support the instructors in preparing teaching materials and performing legal research for the class. Topics for which research will be requested will cover frontier issues, including fairness and discrimination in AI, the rollout of the AI Act, and the fast-evolving landscape of tech regulation. Salaries are competitive and paid according to ETH standards. Profile We are looking for advanced law students (preferably advanced Bachelor or at Master level) with an interest in collaborating with a multi-disciplinary and international team of legal researchers. A successful candidate will have excellent grades and preferably some prior experience in research support. We particularly value candidates who are used to and comfortable addressing cutting-edge research questions where they must be creative and dogged in searching for relevant source materials. 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 We are actively committed to a sustainable and climate-neutral university 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 chevron_right Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich We value diversity 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. Curious? So are we. We look forward to receiving your online application including: a cover letter (detailing your relevant experience/interest) transcripts a CV Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered. Further information can be found on our website website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Jakob Merane by email at jakob.merane@gess.ethz.ch (no applications). 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. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Socioloxy

Research Assistants in Law

10%-20%, Zurich, fixed-term

The Law, Economics, and Business research group, headed by Professor Dr. Alexander Stremitzer at ETH Zurich is searching for Research Assistants (Law).

We are looking for highly motivated law students with an interest in legal research related to law and technology (including a strong focus on AI) and/or contract design. The work will support upcoming courses in these areas during the fall semester.

Job description

Research assistants will support the instructors in preparing teaching materials and performing legal research for the class. Topics for which research will be requested will cover frontier issues, including fairness and discrimination in AI, the rollout of the AI Act, and the fast-evolving landscape of tech regulation. Salaries are competitive and paid according to ETH standards.

Profile

We are looking for advanced law students (preferably advanced Bachelor or at Master level) with an interest in collaborating with a multi-disciplinary and international team of legal researchers. A successful candidate will have excellent grades and preferably some prior experience in research support.

We particularly value candidates who are used to and comfortable addressing cutting-edge research questions where they must be creative and dogged in searching for relevant source materials.

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
We are actively committed to a sustainable and climate-neutral university
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

chevron_right Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich

We value diversity

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.

Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application including:

a cover letter (detailing your relevant experience/interest)
transcripts
a CV

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

Further information can be found on our website website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Jakob Merane by email at jakob.merane@gess.ethz.ch (no applications).

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.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Socioloxy

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