Visiting professors

Purpose

The purpose of the stay is teaching and research. Visiting professors are involved in ongoing research projects and teaching.

Requirements

• Employment as a scientist at a domestic or international university or research institute
• Invitation from a department/professorship
• Approval by the head of department
• Download Vacation confirmation (DOCX, 13 KB)
• Physical presence
• the stay lasts 3 to 12 months, but no longer than 24 months (2 years)

Compensation from ETH Zurich

In Switzerland, guests receive either no salary at all or only compensation that is lower than the salary for a regular position. The compensation should not exceed the cost of living. The following compensation can be paid to the guest:

Honorarium: The honorarium is paid directly to the guest. It is subject to social security and withholding tax. If the rent is paid by the guest, the amount must be included in the fee. The amount is entered in the fee field in the workflow.

Rent: The rent can be paid by ETH (unit/department/professorship) directly to the landlord. The rental costs are subject to social security and withholding tax and must therefore be offset against the fee. There is no direct payment to the guest. The amount is entered in the rent field in the workflow.

ETH scholarship: The scholarship is paid to the guest by means of “Zahlungsauftrag” (including the scholarship confirmation) by the finance department. Scholarships are not subject to social security or withholding tax. The amount is not entered in the workflow.

If the decision regarding compensation is taken after the workflow has been completed, you can contact the person responsible in HR Administration directly by e-mail.