PhD Position in Determinants of Human Performance in Running 100%, Zurich, fixed-term 05.10.2026 | Department of Health Sciences and Technology (D-HEST), Exercise Physiology Lab
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Job Description
This PhD position seeks to identify new determinants of human running performance. Responsibilities include designing and executing laboratory and field studies, validating findings, and potentially exploring intervention modifications. Applicants require a Master's degree in a relevant field, a strong background in biomechanics and exercise physiology, and proficiency in R or Python coding.
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Key Responsibilities
- Applicants are highly encouraged to bring their own ideas to the table and will have the chance to work together with our network of collaborators to contribute towards new improvements in athletic performance.
- You will design studies involving experimental investigations in the laboratory and in the field to uncover and validate new determinants of running performance. You will be given the opportunity to directly test your ideas using longitudinal training studies. Specific responsibilities include:
- Support teaching activities and co-supervise BSc and MSc students
- Questions regarding the position should be directed to the lead of the Running Performance Group, Dr.
Requirements
- We are currently offering a PhD position in the field of determinants of human performance during running events.
- The goal of this PhD will be to analyze running events of different nature and identify new potential determinants of performance, optmize their testing and explore its potential modification via different interventions.
- Master’s degree in Health Sciences and Technology, Human Movement Sciences, Life Sciences, or Human Medicine
- Excellent communication skills and academic qualifications
Benefits
- We offer a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment with access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and technologies. ETH Zurich is a family-friendly employer offering excellent working conditions. Look forward to an exciting and inspiring work environment with a rich cultural diversity.
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The position is based at ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), in Zurich, CH. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
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