Student Assistant: Conducting VR experiment in educational research

In this role, you will support research projects involving VR experiments in embodied learning. Your main responsibility will be to conduct experiments according to established protocols, including setting up VR, interviewing participants, and addressing unexpected scenarios during the studies. For interested candidates, there may also be opportunities for future involvement in data analysis or related side projects. Be able to conduct studies independently according to the study protocol. Set up VR and address potential technical issues after training. Conduct in-depth interviews about users’ experience. Manage data properly.

Our research group is dedicated to investigating human cognition and learning processes. We conduct theory-driven research about how people learn and how to develop learning environments to better support learning. 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.

• You are currently enrolled as a student at a university in Zurich.

• You are fluent in English.

• You are able to explain basic physics or mathematics concepts clearly.

• You pay strong attention to details, and you work responsibly.

• You are available to work approximately 10 -15 hours per week during Oct - Dec (i.e. at least 1 full day per week).

• You are able to grasp technical aspects and can respond to potential issues quickly (prior experience with VR is not a must).

• You are interested in interacting with people.

• Previous experience in interviewing or teaching is a plus.