Postdoctoral Position in Soccer Analytics — ETH Zürich
- Location
- Zurich
- Contract
- fixed-term
- Posted
- 4 days ago
Role overview
Postdoctoral Position in Soccer Analytics
100%, Zurich, fixed-term print Drucken
The Algorithms and Visualization Group in the Social Networks Lab at ETH Zürich is headed by Prof.
- Postdoctoral Position in Soccer Analytics
- 100%, Zurich, fixed-term print Drucken
Application process
- We develop network data science methods for applications in a variety of domains.
- To further our research in sports analytics we seek to expand the team with a postdoctoral researcher.
- The position is intended for an initial period of two years, but starting date and duration are flexible. Project background
- High-quality event and tracking data are changing the way association football (soccer) is analyzed and presented.
- We aspire to move to the forefront of this development by exploring innovative approaches and trying them in practice. Job description
- Conduct research on methods for match and performance analysis Teach and supervise students
- Collaborate with stakeholders in professional football
- Develop your own research agenda and profile Take one for the team Profile
Contacts
- Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
- Brandes, [email protected] (no applications).
Additional details
- 100%, Zurich, fixed-term
- The position is intended for an initial period of two years, but starting date and duration are flexible. Project background
- We aspire to move to the forefront of this development by exploring innovative approaches and trying them in practice.
- Conduct research on methods for match and performance analysis Teach and supervise students
- Develop your own research agenda and profile Take one for the team
- Enthusiasm for data and sports, including football A curious, creative, and critical attitude
- Interest in theory, empirical research, and substantive interpretation Excellent written and spoken English; Research as a team sport Access to professionals and data Mentoring and career development Excellent working conditions
- Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich We value diversity and sustainability
- We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents no later than November 30, 2026: A curriculum vitae including contact information of 2-3 referees
- We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.
Notes and original content
- The position is intended for an initial period of two years, but starting date and duration are flexible.
- Project background
- Job description
- Conduct research on methods for match and performance analysis
- Teach and supervise students
- Develop your own research agenda and profile
- Take one for the team
- Enthusiasm for data and sports, including football
- A curious, creative, and critical attitude
- Interest in theory, empirical research, and substantive interpretation
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