Rachel Grange

ETH Zurich’s Department of Physics is inviting applications for a Professor or Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Next-Generation Electrical and Optical Devices . The position is centered on experimental physics with a strong focus on the realization of materials and devices for photonics, electronics, and quantum technologies . The successful candidate will work on novel physical characteristics such as optoelectronic effects , electromechanical response , and other hybrid properties that enable real-world applications. The role also emphasizes building in-house capabilities, connecting with other research groups and departments, and collaborating with companies or spin-offs to strengthen translational research. Research areas highlighted in the call include materials synthesis , device fabrication , and characterization , with experience in application-oriented topics such as laser sources , integrated photonics , wide-bandgap semiconductors , and piezoelectrics considered an asset. The appointee is expected to establish and lead a competitive research team in ETH Zurich’s interdisciplinary environment. Teaching expectations include contributions to undergraduate and graduate courses in applied condensed matter physics , optoelectronics , and material synthesis and fabrication , in German or English at undergraduate level and English at graduate level. Applicants should have an outstanding background in experimental materials and device physics . For assistant professor applicants, the call is aimed at early-career scientists, and the academic net age since the doctoral examination spent for scientific work should not exceed eight years at the time of application. Deadline: 31 May 2026. How to apply: submit the application online with a CV, publication list, three statements (research, teaching, leadership), descriptions of the three most important achievements, and a certificate of the highest degree. Address the letter to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot.

ETH Zurich’s Department of Physics (D-PHYS) is inviting applications for a Professor or Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Experimental Condensed Matter Physics . This is a faculty position focused on experimental condensed matter physics , with emphasis on the fundamental properties of condensed matter systems arising from electronic correlations or nontrivial topology . The successful candidate is expected to develop original approaches that combine spectroscopy and transport measurements to investigate novel condensed matter phenomena. Research experience in platforms such as quantum materials , topological materials , or two-dimensional materials is considered an asset. The appointee will build and lead a competitive research group in ETH Zurich’s interdisciplinary environment and collaborate with theoretical and experimental researchers across the university. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in condensed matter physics and quantum mechanics , with teaching in German or English at the undergraduate level and English at the graduate level. ETH Zurich highlights equal opportunity, diversity, and support for dual-career couples. Applicants must have an outstanding research record in experimental condensed matter physics, a strong understanding of emerging electronic and quantum properties, and a clear commitment to teaching. For the assistant professor track, the university seeks candidates at an early career stage; the academic net age since the doctoral examination spent for scientific work should not exceed eight years at the time of application. Application materials include a CV, publication list, three statements on research, teaching, and leadership, short descriptions of the three most important achievements, and a certificate of the highest degree. The closing date is 28 May 2026 .

ETH Zurich’s Optical Nanomaterial Group in the Department of Physics (D-PHYS) is recruiting two postdoctoral researchers for 3-year projects in quantum networks and quantum sensing using thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) photonic integrated circuits. The projects focus on advanced quantum photonics , including nanofabrication and optical characterization of TFLN circuits, frequency conversion, quantum light sources, electro-optic modulation, entangled photon-pair generation, squeezed vacuum generation, and experiments relevant to quantum communications and sensing. One position targets quantum networks , aiming to connect quantum memories operating at visible wavelengths with telecom-band photons for long-distance transmission. The other targets quantum sensing , including phase estimation and absorption measurements with undetected photons, with applications such as gas sensing. The sensing project is part of a QuantERA collaboration with Imperial College London, the University of Oxford, and ICFO. Applicants should have experience in integrated photonics , nonlinear optics , quantum photonics , quantum information , or spontaneous parametric down-conversion . The role involves theory, simulation, design, some nanofabrication, characterization, and quantum information experiments, and you will work closely with other postdocs and PhD students in the group. The target start date is between October 2026 and January 2027 . Applications are due by 31 July 2026 , and candidates must apply through the ETH Zurich online tool. Required documents include a cover letter, CV, transcripts of BSc and MSc degrees, PhD degree, and contact information for two referees. Institution: ETH Zurich . Contact for questions: Robert Chapman ( [email protected] ).