Eiermann Postdoctoral Fellowship in History and Theory of Architecture

The Egon Eiermann Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta), Department of Architecture (D-ARCH), ETH Zurich offers a one year postdoctoral research position to be filled as of 1 October 2026.

The fellowship is generously supported by the Peter und Waltraud Betsche Fonds in memory of the German architect Egon Eiermann.

As an Eiermann Postdoctoral Fellow you will further develop and deepen your own research as part of the gta Institute. Beside performing your own research activities you will engage in an active exchange with the different divisions and research groups at our institute. You will also engage in D-ARCH activities, particularly within the framework of the Doctoral Programme in the History and Theory of Architecture and further programs.

The Eiermann Postdoctoral Fellow is provided full access to existing resources (e.g. technology platforms, gta Archives, ETH Library). The stipend corresponds to a standard ETH Zurich postdoctoral salary. The fellow pays the own travel costs and accommodation. A workspace is provided.

The Egon Eiermann Fellowship is awarded to postdoctoral researchers in the history and theory of architecture who focus on modern architecture in Europe and related topics.

Furthermore, we aim to maintain and expand our diversity and thus, we encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.

• 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

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