Postdoctoral Visiting Lectureships in the History of Architecture, Urbanism and Landscape 100%, Zurich, fixed-term The Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta) is inviting applications for two visiting lectureship positions in the history of architecture, urbanism or landscape. The appointment is limited to two years, with one position starting in September 2026, the other in February 2027. Job description Advancement of specific research themes in relation to and in integration with the research at the gta Institute Contribution substantially and visibly to the educational curriculum of the gta Institute: Performance of seminar courses on bachelor and master level on topics reflecting the research expertise; Active participation in the doctoral program and further teaching. Involvement and active contributions to the academic and intellectual life of the gta Institute Engagement with the exhibition department, archives, and publishing house in relation to research and teaching activities Planning, coordination and performance of workshops, exhibitoins, and publications as an output of the research and teaching of the visiting lectureship Profile You are a dynamic, innovative and open minded young scholar with a high motivation to engage in teaching, research and academic life at the gta Institute You will resently have received a PhD on top level in the field of architectural history and theory You bring founded experience in academic reserch and writing You bring appoved teaching experience from one or more academic institutions We explicitly encourage women scholars to apply Workplace We offer 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 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 chevron_right Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich We value diversity and sustainability 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. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future. Curious? So are we. We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents: Motivation letter Curriculum vitae Research and teaching statement (no more than two pages) Deadline for all application materials: 16 February 2026. Short-listed candidates will be asked to supply three letters from academic recommenders and three writing samples. Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered. Further information about the Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta) at ETH Zurich can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Prof. Dr. Maarten Delbeke by email institut@gta.arch.ethz.ch (no applications please). We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence. About ETH Zürich 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. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Educaloxy

Postdoctoral Visiting Lectureships in the History of Architecture, Urbanism and Landscape

100%, Zurich, fixed-term

The Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta) is inviting applications for two visiting lectureship positions in the history of architecture, urbanism or landscape. The appointment is limited to two years, with one position starting in September 2026, the other in February 2027.

Job description

Advancement of specific research themes in relation to and in integration with the research at the gta Institute
Contribution substantially and visibly to the educational curriculum of the gta Institute: Performance of seminar courses on bachelor and master level on topics reflecting the research expertise; Active participation in the doctoral program and further teaching.
Involvement and active contributions to the academic and intellectual life of the gta Institute
Engagement with the exhibition department, archives, and publishing house in relation to research and teaching activities
Planning, coordination and performance of workshops, exhibitoins, and publications as an output of the research and teaching of the visiting lectureship

Profile

You are a dynamic, innovative and open minded young scholar with a high motivation to engage in teaching, research and academic life at the gta Institute
You will resently have received a PhD on top level in the field of architectural history and theory
You bring founded experience in academic reserch and writing
You bring appoved teaching experience from one or more academic institutions
We explicitly encourage women scholars to apply

Workplace

We offer

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
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

chevron_right Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich

We value diversity and sustainability

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. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? So are we.

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

Motivation letter
Curriculum vitae
Research and teaching statement (no more than two pages)

Deadline for all application materials: 16 February 2026. Short-listed candidates will be asked to supply three letters from academic recommenders and three writing samples.

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

Further information about the Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta) at ETH Zurich can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Prof. Dr. Maarten Delbeke by email institut@gta.arch.ethz.ch (no applications please).

We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

About ETH Zürich

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.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Educaloxy

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