Graduate Assistant in Actuarial Science

Introduction

UNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 17,000 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. As an employer, UNIL encourages excellence, individual recognition and responsibility.

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Presentation

The Department of Actuarial Science of the Faculty of Business and Economics (HEC) is looking for two Graduate Assistants in Actuarial Science

Job information

Expected start date in position : September 1, 2027 or to be agreed
Contract length : 1 year, renewable 2 x 2 years, maximum 5 years
Activity rate : 80 %
Workplace : Lausanne Dorigny, Extranef building
Salary: Pay scales
Supervisor: Prof. Enkelejd Hashorva

Your responsibilities

50% of the time will be dedicated to completion of doctoral studies in actuarial science.
50% of the assistant's time will be dedicated to teaching, administrative (including exam supervision), technical and research support for the department.

Your qualifications

Master of Science (MSc) in Actuarial Science or equivalent.
Strong desire to write a theoretical thesis in actuarial science based on extreme value theory or random processes.
Fluent in English, French an asset
Ability to work in a team and good communication skills.

What the position offers you

We offer a nice working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment. Opportunities for professional training, a lot of activities and other benefits to discover.

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Contact for further information

Please contact the Department of Actuarial Science (DSA): catherine.lombardvonlanthen[at]unil.ch

Your application

Only applications through this website will be taken into account.
The application file may be in Word or PDF format, but cannot be compressed.
Letter of motivation and CV with references. 
Copies of university diplomas and degrees; transcripts (indicating marks/grades achieved).
An example of a research project, if available (e.g. master thesis, seminar work, etc)

Application deadline: March 31, 2027

Additional information

UNIL is committed to:
•    equality, diversity and inclusion within its community;
•    ensuring an open and respectful environment that is conducive to personal development;
•    offering working conditions that facilitate work-life balance;
•    supporting early career researchers.

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