The Center for Security Studies (CSS) at ETH Zurich is a center of competence for Swiss and international security policy. It offers security policy expertise in research, teaching, and consultancy. The position is fixed-term for a period of 6 months 

Our Mediation Support Team supports efforts to mediate and transform violent political conflicts by conducting research, providing training and directly supporting those engaged in peace processes. We are seeking for someone to work on the program entitled “Culture and Religion in Mediation (CARIM)” and “Mediation Support Project (MSP)” which is conducted in partnership with the Mediation Team of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) and swisspeace.

Tasks involve organization of workshops and training courses, such as the Peace Mediation Course, Religion and Mediation Course, UN Religion and Mediation Course, as well as supporting the team with other content and administrative tasks.

The successful candidate will have a relevant MA degree and ideally at least one year of relevant research or project management experience. She or he is a curious, cooperative, independent personality with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Excellent English in addition to either German or French is required. Excellent command of excel and word, as well as project management experience is an advantage.

We offer the opportunity to develop your applied peace mediation support skills, and experience how the CSS mediation support team works.

Further information about the Center for Security Studies and the Mediation Support Team can be found on our website www.css.ethz.ch. For questions about the position, please contact Simon Mason (mason@sipo.gess.ethz.ch - no application documents).

In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

We look forward to receiving your online application including

• a letter of interest explaining the skills and motivation you would bring to the post
•  a CV
• one single-authored writing sample (e.g. an article, or thesis chapter) 

no later than 31 January 2024.

Interviews will be held in February. Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.