Professuren für Mathematik – Algebra, Geometry, and Topology

The Department of Mathematics (www.math.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned positions. We are looking for two mathematicians with a focus on algebra, geometry, or topology.

Successful candidates should demonstrate an outstanding research record and a proven ability to direct research work of highest quality. Willingness to participate in collaborative work both within and outside the school is expected. The new professors will be responsible, together with other members of the department, for teaching undergraduate (German or English) and graduate level courses (English) for students of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering.

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

Please apply online.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; 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 31 May 2026.

*Die ETH Zürich legt Wert auf eine qualitative Bewertung akademischer Leistungen. In diesem Sinne sind Sie gebeten, eine kurze Beschreibung Ihrer drei wichtigsten Errungenschaften den Unterlagen beizufügen (maximal je eine halbe Seite). Dies können neben Forschungsergebnissen auch besondere Leistungen in der Lehre und deren Weiterentwicklung, Dienstleistungen zugunsten der akademischen Gemeinschaft oder der Gesellschaft, Softwareentwicklungen, Patente, Wissens-​​​​​​​​ und Praxistransfer, Spin-​​​​​​​​offs und dergleichen sein.

Bitte beachten Sie: Alle Unterlagen sind in Englisch einzureichen.