Assistant (A2) Assistant (A2) Assistant at the Department of Public Law

About the job

Organisational entity Faculty of Law Section / Division Department of Public Law Position Assistant (A2) Position code A2 Maximum class 8 Body Assistant - senior assistant Activity rate 50% Workplace Uni Mail Application deadline 10-11-2026 Reference 7105

Job description

Supervisory and research tasks in the field of tax law with Prof. Xavier Oberson.

The terms of reference include:

• Weekly reception, appointments with students, supervision and correction of exams and/or continuous assessment, collaboration in the preparation of course materials (handouts, practical cases, case solutions, etc.). The determination of the courses concerned will be made each semester in agreement with the person responsible and in coordination with the other assistants.
• Research, proofreading, editorial work, participation in and organisation of conferences.
• Preparation of support sessions.
• Usual administrative tasks.

Required qualifications and skills

• Master's degree in law from a Swiss university with a good overall grade, or equivalent foreign qualification.
• Interest in legal research and writing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in IT tools (notably Word and PowerPoint).
• Preference will be given to a candidate considering pursuing a doctorate.

Start date

1 December 2026 or date to be agreed

Contact

For further information, please contact the following persons:

xavier oberson

antonietta pitardi

Additional information

Application files including a curriculum vitae, a cover letter and a copy of exam transcripts (baccalaureate, including first series, and master's) and a copy of a piece of academic writing (e.g. master’s thesis) must be submitted exclusively online by clicking on the "postuler / apply now" button, before Tuesday 10 November 2026, 23:59 (Geneva time). No paper or emailed applications will be accepted.
The candidate will be hired on a two-year contract which may be renewed for two successive periods, respectively of two years and one year. The maximum duration of the assistant position is five years. The first year constitutes a probationary period during which the employment relationship may be terminated with three months’ notice to the end of a month.

NB:

From 1 December 2026 to 31 July 2027 at 50%, then from 1 August 2027 at 70%.

The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating working environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and personality and actively contribute to the reputation of an institution founded in 1559.

From a parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the under-represented sex.