Subject Specialist: Biology (m/w/d)

Subject Specialist: Biology (m/w/d) # 40%-50%, Zürich, unlimited #### print Print At the Department of Biology (D-BIOL) of the ETH Zürich, the position of Subject Specialist: Biology is to be filled for the degree program Teaching Diploma for Secondary Schools starting in the fall semester 2027 (start of employment: 01.08.2027). Biology is a key science of the 21st century. Our high school students should be given a solid basic understanding of biological processes so that they can contribute to discussions on current topics such as the decline of biodiversity, the effects of global warming, modern reproductive technologies, and genetically modified organisms. The ETH is committed to providing up-to-date training for teachers who are equal to this challenging task. Job description ## • You are responsible for designing and conducting courses in biology subject didactics. • You advise students, recruit and supervise internship teachers, assign students places for teaching internships, help with the supervision of mentored papers, and take examination lessons. Profile ## • You have a university degree in biology (or a closely related discipline) and a teaching diploma for secondary schools (or an equivalent didactic degree). • You have several years of teaching experience at a grammar school in Switzerland. • You are distinguished by proven competencies in designing effective lessons and are familiar with concepts of subject-related research. In your teaching practice, you apply various activating teaching methods and continuously develop them further. • Experience with students, for example as an internship teacher, is an advantage. Workplace ## Workplace ## We offer ## In the didactic training of the ETH Zürich, you can expect an interdisciplinary team of teaching and learning researchers, subject specialists from various subjects, internship teachers, and subject scientists from your field. You will receive opportunities for further education and training in both the didactic-pedagogical and subject-scientific areas at D-BIOL. chevron_right Working, teaching, and researching at ETH Zürich Diversity and sustainability are important to us ## In line with our values, ETH Zürich supports an inclusive culture. We promote equal opportunities, appreciate diversity, and maintain a work and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all employees and students are respected. On our website for equal opportunities and diversity, you can find out how we ensure a fair and open environment in which everyone can develop and unfold. Sustainability is a central value for us - we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future. Curious? So are we. ## We look forward to your online application by 31.08.2026 with the following documents: • Curriculum vitae • Letter of motivation (with specification of your desired part-time rate; addressed to Prof. Dr. Yves Barral and the director of studies for didactic training, Prof. Dr. Martina Rau) • Certificates Further information about the degree program Teaching Diploma for Secondary Schools can be found on our website. For information, Mr. Patrick Faller (patrick.faller@biol.ethz.ch; no application documents) is available. Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications by email and by post will not be considered. For personnel placements, the GTC of the ETH Zürich apply. About the ETH Zürich ## The ETH Zürich is one of the best technical and natural science universities in the world. We are known for our excellent teaching, groundbreaking basic research, and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find an environment with us that promotes independent thinking and a climate that inspires top performance. In the heart of Europe and worldwide, we are developing solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow together.