The Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering (D‑ITET) at ETH Zürich is renowned for world-class research and teaching in areas such as integrated circuits, computer networks, wireless communications, signal processing, control theory, and electric energy. The Advanced Mechatronic Systems (AMS) group focuses on integrated mechatronic systems, including electromagnetic actuators, sensing, electrical machines, control, and system-level integration. The AMS Group Lead is responsible for developing and leading independent research activity in advanced mechatronic systems within D‑ITET, strengthening competencies in mechatronics and related fields.
Tasks
- Develop and execute a research agenda focused on integrated mechatronic systems, electromagnetic actuators, and electric motors.
- Contribute to teaching through lectures, projects, supervision of student theses, and departmental initiatives.
- Acquire and manage research funding from public and industrial sources.
- Recruit and supervise PhD students and researchers, building a sustainable group structure.
- Initiate and develop research activities, with leadership responsibilities increasing according to the candidate’s level of seniority.
Requirements
- Take responsibility for developing research and teaching activities at different levels of maturity and show strong initiative and a self-driven approach to shaping research directions and collaborations.
- Demonstrate leadership potential, including the ability to guide and support junior researchers.
- Work collaboratively across disciplines (e.g., systems, control, electronics, mechanics).
- Communicate clearly in academic and industrial environments.
- PhD in electrical or mechanical engineering with a focus on mechatronics or a closely related field.
- Strong background in Mechatronics, Electromagnetic Actuators, Electrical Machines, Robotics, Mechatronic System Integration, Electrical Engineering.
- Demonstrated ability or strong potential for developing independent research directions.
- Track record or clear potential for funding acquisition and project execution.
- Experience in teaching at university level and mentoring students or junior researchers is beneficial.
- Experience, or a strong interest in, leading people, fostering collaboration, and enabling professional and personal growth.
Benefits
- ETH Zürich offers a stimulating international research environment with excellent infrastructure and strong academic and industrial connections.
- The AMS Group Lead operates with a high degree of autonomy in defining research directions and building a project portfolio.
- The position is institutionally attached to D-ITET via an advisory board, which provides strategic guidance and oversight.
- The position is initially offered for a fixed-term duration, with the opportunity of transitioning into a permanent position. The initial duration depends on the candidate’s level of maturity and performance.
- Strong interaction with internal and external partners is expected, with performance assessed through scientific output, funding success, and contribution to the department.
- ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture, promotes equality of opportunity, values diversity, and nurtures a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all staff and students are respected.
- Sustainability is a core value, with consistent efforts towards a climate-neutral future.
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The AMS group focuses on integrated mechatronic systems and operates within D‑ITET, benefiting from strong expertise in power electronic components, electric drives, electrical insulation, and system modeling. The group is institutionally attached to D-ITET via an advisory board providing strategic guidance and oversight.