Teaching Assistant Position for “The Law and Regulation of AI” Seminar

10%-20%, Zurich, fixed-term

Professor Talia Gillis, who is visiting the Law, Economics, and Business research group, from Columbia University is teaching a seminar on “The Law and Regulation of AI”. She is searching for:

Teaching Assistant

The offices are located in downtown Zurich, and the working language is English. She is looking for a highly motivated student with a keen interest in joining us as teaching assistant for the new seminar.

Job description

Teaching assistants will support the Professor Gillis in preparing teaching materials and performing research for the seminar. The seminar will explore some of the most pressing legal and ethical challenges associated with the growing deployment of AI in critical domains and will cover legal and policy responses in both the United States and Europe. Topics that will be discussed in the seminar include algorithmic fairness, privacy and explainability, offering a comparative perspective on how different jurisdictions are addressing responsible AI.

Salaries are competitive and paid according to  ETH standards.

Profile

  • Enrolment in a university (preferably advanced Bachelor or Master level)
  • Excellent grades and, preferably, some prior experience in research support and managing course materials.
  • Strong interest in the intersection of law and technology. 

Workplace

Workplace




We offer

  • Your career with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive change in society.
  • We are actively committed to a sustainable and climate-neutral university.
  • 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.
Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich

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Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

  • Cover letter (detailing your relevant experience/interest)
  • Transcripts 
  • CV

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

Further information can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Talia Gillis (tbg2117@columbia.edu).(no applications).

About ETH Zürich

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.

Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

  • Cover letter (detailing your relevant experience/interest)
  • Transcripts 
  • CV

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

Further information can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Talia Gillis (tbg2117@columbia.edu).(no applications).

About ETH Zürich

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.