Student Assistant at the Chair of Energy Systems Analysis

The Chair of Energy Systems Analysis (ESA), within the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering (D-MAVT) at ETH Zurich, is looking for a Student Assistant to support research and administration of the Chair and the Laboratory for Energy Systems Analysis (LEA) at PSI .

The ESA Chair is at the intersection of engineering and economics and involves developing and applying energy system models to diverse energy systems and research questions. The ESA group is headed by Prof. Dr. Russell McKenna and generally focuses on the optimization and assessment of complex systems and infrastructures with an emphasis on environmentally and economically efficient design and operations. In addition, LEA at PSI combines interdisciplinary research on diverse energy technologies with modeling and analysis tools to support decision-makers in tackling complex energy challenges. 

You will support the ESA Chair and LEA with general research-related tasks relating to ongoing projects, e.g., literature reviews, data analysis, reference management, and (depending on experience) energy system modelling. The role also includes tasks such as website design (including the development of dashboards) and management, designing and contributing to wikis, and supporting ongoing teaching and research projects in the group. 

In addition, you will support the ongoing strategic development of LEA at PSI and help to foster collaboration between the two groups, ESA and LEA. The position is being offered at 10–30% of the overall workload, i.e., a maximum of 15 hours/week during the semester. Working hours and location are flexible to reflect varying workloads and study commitments. 

• We are looking for a proactive, highly motivated, and well-organised person, studying for an MSc (or equivalent Master's degree) in a quantitative discipline (such as engineering, informatics, or economics).
• Ideally, you have a background in and/or experience in website design and management, wikis, and advanced Microsoft office skills.
• Experience with graphic design, scientific figures and relevant software would be advantageous. 
• Technical programming skills (e.g. Matlab, Python, Julia, and/or GAMS) are advantageous but not essential.
• An interest in and understanding of energy transition and related topics is also advantageous.
• You should be able to communicate and write clearly in English.

• 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

We look forward to receiving your online application including the following documents:

• CV.
• Transcripts of records for both BSc and MSc degrees.
• Short motivation letter (max. half page).

Please note that we only accept applications that are submitted through our online application portal. We will not consider applications sent via email or postal services. Applications assessment will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

Questions regarding the position (no applications) should be directed by email to Dr. Alena Lohrmann (Write an email) and/or Dr. Tom Terlouw (Write an email).