Student Assistant: Conducting VR experiment in educational research
Cognition, Cognitive Psychology, Human-Computer Interaction and student research assistant position at ETH Zurich
About
A 30% student assistant position supports virtual-reality experiments on embodied learning in physics and mathematics at the Professorship for Learning Sciences and Higher Education. Tasks include preparing VR equipment, running participant sessions according to study protocols, conducting interviews and managing research data. Training is provided, and prior VR experience is not required. The work is planned for October–December 2026, approximately 10–15 hours each week, with at least one full day available.
Applicants must currently study at a university in Zurich, communicate fluently in English and explain basic physics or mathematics clearly. Apply online with a short motivation statement, CV and proof of enrolment. No closing date is advertised.
Topics
- embodied learning
Requirements
Current enrolment at a Zurich university; fluent English; careful, independent work and availability during October–December. Interviewing or teaching experience is useful.
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