Zürcher Hochschule der Künste
Zürich
10 hours ago
Strength & Conditioning Coach 15–20% (m/f/d)
- 08 May 2026
- 15 – 20%
- Permanent position
- Zürich
About the job
The ZHdK is one of the largest and most diverse art universities in Europe, with around 2100 Bachelor’s and Master’s students. The fields of study and research include Art Education, Design, Film, Fine Arts, Music, Dance, Theatre, and Transdisciplinarity. Located in the heart of Zurich, the ZHdK is a dynamic place where passionate people from over 75 countries work, study, teach, research, and continue their education. The university includes numerous exhibition and performance venues where students’ project work is publicly presented.
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The Dance Academy Zurich, taZ, the professional ballet school for Classical Dance in Switzerland, situated within the Department of Performing Arts and Film at the Zurich University of the Arts, trains young national and international talents to become professional stage dancers as part of its study programmes (basic and main studies).
The Dance Academy Zurich and the Bachelor Contemporary Dance are seeking, from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2027 with the option to extend, a
Strength & Conditioning Coach 15–20% (m/f/d)
As a Strength & Conditioning Coach, you will be responsible for the professional and age-appropriate implementation of strength and conditioning training for pupils and students at various levels of the two dance training programmes. You will work closely with physiotherapy and the HEC/Health Team. Working days in the 2026/27 academic year are Tuesday and Thursday.
Your tasks
Your profile
- Planning and conducting modern strength and conditioning training for different target groups
- Conducting motivating group training sessions according to the curriculum
- Supporting the analysis of performance levels and the development of individual training programmes
- Assisting in the design and further development of injury prevention management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration with physiotherapy, the HEC team, and lecturers
- Responsibility for a safe and professional fitness area at the Dance Academy and in the BA Contemporary Dance programme
Your profile
- Completed degree (BSc) in sports science or equivalent
- Ideally MSc in Strength & Conditioning
- At least 2 years of practical coaching experience
- Experience in dance and with young people is an advantage
- Understanding of the physical demands of classical and contemporary dance
- Sound knowledge of evidence-based training methods
- Committed, team-oriented, and responsible personality
- Very good English and German skills are required
What you can expect from us
We offer you an interesting and challenging role in a lively and collegial environment at the Zurich Toni Areal. We live an inclusive culture and value diversity. Our benefits are varied and a matter of course.
Your contacts for further information
Jason Beechey, Head of Dance, ( jason.beechey@zhdk.ch ).
HR contact person: Mirjam Schütz, HR Business Partner ( mirjam.schuetz@zhdk.ch ).
Additional information about the Dance Academy can be found at Dance Academy Zurich | ZHdK.ch as well as at www.zhdk.ch .
We kindly accept your complete application documents by 31 May 2026 via the "Apply online now" link at the end of this advertisement. Please note that we only consider online applications for this position. Teaching demonstrations and interviews will be held on Tuesday, 9 June 2026.
Jason Beechey, Head of Dance, ( jason.beechey@zhdk.ch ).
HR contact person: Mirjam Schütz, HR Business Partner ( mirjam.schuetz@zhdk.ch ).
Additional information about the Dance Academy can be found at Dance Academy Zurich | ZHdK.ch as well as at www.zhdk.ch .
We kindly accept your complete application documents by 31 May 2026 via the "Apply online now" link at the end of this advertisement. Please note that we only consider online applications for this position. Teaching demonstrations and interviews will be held on Tuesday, 9 June 2026.
