Doctoral Student: Cognitive and Moral Heuristics in Climate Change Adaptation

About the role

ETH Zurich is looking for a motivated doctoral student to study how cognitive and moral heuristics influence the implementation of climate change adaptation measures. The position is based in Zurich, is fixed-term and starts in January 2027. It applies psychological concepts and methods to environmental topics.

Key responsibilities

• Design and conduct empirical studies, using quantitative or qualitative approaches
• Write manuscripts and publish studies in scientific journals
• Disseminate research results, for example at conferences
• Supervise bachelor and master students
• Support lectures

Required profile

• Master's degree in psychology, environmental science or social sciences
• Ability to think conceptually and work independently
• Strong interest in research and methodologies from psychology and social sciences

Required skills

• Knowledge of and first experience with descriptive and inferential statistics
• Advanced German and English

What we offer

• Public transport season tickets and car sharing
• A wide range of sports offered by the university association
• Childcare and attractive pension benefits

Applications must be submitted online through the university's application portal, with a letter of motivation, CV, copies of transcripts and master's diploma, and employment references if available. Pre-selection is done by the recruiters, not by AI.