Join an applied research project at ETH Zürich focused on using Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) to study railway track conditions. You will help with experiments on a test track, working with experts from ETH Zürich, SBB, and Terra Vermessungen AG. This role offers hands-on experience in geophysics and railway infrastructure while supporting your studies with flexible hours.

• Help plan and prepare the experimental campaign, including test track setup, material handling, and measurement protocols
• Take part in on-site GPR measurement activities with project partners
• Prepare laboratory samples and characterize materials, such as measuring moisture content and fouling levels
• Organize and check data quality, and keep documentation up to date
• Process signals and perform exploratory data analysis on collected GPR profiles

• You are currently enrolled at ETH Zürich (Bachelor's or Master's level)
• You have an interest in geophysics, civil engineering, or data-driven infrastructure monitoring
• You enjoy hands-on field and laboratory work
• You have programming experience, preferably in Python, for data analysis tasks
• You are available for on-site work during the experimental campaign (May–June 2026)

• Be part of an applied research project with direct industry relevance
• Gain hands-on experience with GPR technology and railway infrastructure
• Work closely with academic and industry partners (SBB, Terra Vermessungen AG)
• Enjoy flexible working hours that fit your studies
• Possibility to extend the position beyond July depending on project progress and mutual interest