Earth & environmental sciences positions in Switzerland | SciFind

Earth & environmental sciences positions in Switzerland

11 open positions, aggregated daily from university career portals across Europe.

Earth and environmental science positions cover geology, atmospheric science, oceanography, ecology and climate research. European research benefits from diverse ecosystems and strong environmental policy engagement. Key institutions include ETH Zurich's Earth sciences department, the Helmholtz centres and university centres in Scandinavia.

•Primary funding body: SNSF (Swiss National Science Foundation)
•Working language: English in STEM, varies by canton otherwise
•Non-EU nationals need a work permit; universities sponsor them routinely
•Typical PhD duration: 3–5 years

University of Zurich · Betriebsdienst Zentrum

Administrative / Other

Building Technician Electrical

Operation and maintenance of complex building systems. Fault intervention, maintenance and modification of electrical, heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning systems and technical equipment for research. Control, regulation and monitoring of systems via building management systems. Independent execution or coordination of installations, repairs and optimizations. Support and assistance with technical questions from users. Monitoring, maintenance and documentation of systems as well as participation in integral tests and operationally critical safety inspections. Assumption of...

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No deadlineSource: University of Zurich

ETH Zurich · Procurement & Export Services

Administrative / Other

Project Procurement Specialist Services and Solutions (m/f/d)

ETH Zurich is one of the world's leading universities in research and teaching. The Procurement & Export Services department supports researchers, departments and central units in implementing demanding procurements economically, in compliance with regulations and sustainably. For our Procurement Coordination section, we are looking for an experienced and committed procurement professional. In this versatile role, you will be responsible for complex procurement projects with a focus on services and other demanding service categories. As a strategic sparring partner...

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No deadlineSource: ETH Zurich

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical PhD salary in Switzerland?+

PhD students in Switzerland are employed researchers, typically earning CHF 47,000–50,000 per year at ETH/EPFL and cantonal universities. Salaries vary slightly by canton and institution but are among the highest in the world for doctoral researchers.

Do I need to speak German to work in academia in Switzerland?+

English is the working language in most STEM departments at Swiss universities. German, French or Italian may be expected for teaching or administrative roles depending on the linguistic region. ETH Zurich and EPFL operate largely in English.

How do work permits work for academic researchers in Switzerland?+

Universities routinely sponsor work permits for international researchers. EU/EFTA citizens benefit from free movement. Non-EU nationals typically receive an L (short-term) or B (residence) permit, with processing handled by the employing institution.

Earth & environmental sciences positions in Switzerland

Building Technician Electrical

Project Procurement Specialist Services and Solutions (m/f/d)

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