Eawag, the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology, is an internationally networked aquatic research institute within the ETH Domain (Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology). Eawag conducts research, education and expert consulting to achieve the dual goals of meeting direct human needs for water and maintaining the function and integrity of aquatic ecosystems.
in the field of aquatic science and technology. Eawag provides a unique research environment to address critical water-related challenges. Our interdisciplinary setting brings together a range of academic disciplines, from natural sciences to engineering and social sciences. The postdoctoral fellow will be hosted within one of
Eawag’s 12 Research Departments.
Selection for this position is based on academic achievements as well as the quality and originality of the proposed research at Eawag. This fellowship is for candidates who have not previously collaborated with Eawag and who completed their doctoral degree within the two years prior to the application deadline (cut-off date 1 February 2024). Candidates expecting to complete their PhD by the end of 2026 are also eligible to apply, provided their degree is conferred before the fellowship begins.
Applicants must submit the following materials:- A brief letter of motivation. The letter should also indicate the most suitable Eawag research department to host the project.
- An abstract of up to 250 words summarizing the research proposal, written for a general scientific audience.
- A CV including information on your education and training, previous and current employment, as well as up to 3 major achievements with selected works.
- A detailed description of the proposed research project to be conducted at Eawag (maximum 3 pages, including bibliography).
- Contact information for three academic references.
Please note that we can only consider submissions that include all documents mentioned above.
At Eawag, we have a working environment in which people with different experiences, strengths, and perspectives can fully contribute and further develop. Here, you can help us advance! We promote genuine participation, exchange, and mutual understanding. We create structures that enable the compatibility of work and other areas of life, such as care work, and continuously make efforts to reduce barriers.
Do you have specific requirements regarding the application process or the position, or do you need additional information? Talk to us about it - we will be happy to support you with possible flexible workplace, working hours, and job design solutions. For further information please visit our website about
Eawag as well as our
conditions of employment or contact us at
recruiting@eawag.ch.
The deadline for applications is 5 April 2026. The decision will be made by the end of June, with an expected start date in Winter 2026/27 or earlier.
Eawag launched this initiative in 2010. Since then, several outstanding young scientists have conducted research as Eawag postdoctoral fellows. You can find a list of past fellows and their current affiliations, as well as a collection of
FAQ’s about the Fellowship here:
Eawag-Postdoc.
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