Lausanne
Graduate Assistant in Jewish History and Judaism
- 03 April 2026
- 100%
- Lausanne
Job summary
Join UNIL, a leading international institution with 5,000 staff and 17,000 students. Experience a supportive work environment with excellent benefits.
Tasks
- Write a doctoral thesis on Jewish history and Judaism (at least 50%)
- Assist the chair holder in teaching and research (up to 50%)
- Engage in a multicultural academic environment with continuous training
Skills
- Master's in history, Jewish history, religious studies, or equivalent
- Fluency in French and English is essential
- Knowledge of modern Hebrew and German is preferred
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About the job
Introduction
A leading international teaching and research institution, UNIL has nearly 5,000 staff members and 17,000 students, distributed between the Dorigny campus and the CHUV and Epalinges sites. As an employer, it promotes excellence, recognition of individuals, and responsibility.
Presentation
To complete its team, the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies is seeking a Graduate Assistant in Jewish History and Judaism.
Position Information
Start date: 01.10.2026 or by agreement
Contract duration: 1 year, renewable 2 x 2 years, maximum 5 years
Work rate: 100%
Workplace: UNIL, Anthropole, Chamberonne Quarter
Your Activities
In your role, you will notably be required to:
- Write a doctoral thesis in Jewish History and Judaism (minimum 50%)
- Assist the holder of the Chair of Jewish History and Judaism in teaching and research (maximum 50%)
Your Profile
We wish to recruit, to complete our team, a person with the following profile:
- Holder of a Master’s degree in history, Jewish history, history of religions, religious studies or an equivalent qualification
- Having language skills in French (essential), English (essential), modern Hebrew (desired), German (desired)
Your Benefits
A pleasant working environment in a multicultural and diverse academic setting.
Opportunities for continuing education, a multitude of activities and other benefits to discover.
More information at unil.ch/travailler
For Further Information
Professor
Jacques Ehrenfreund
jacques.ehrenfreund@unil.ch
Your Application File
- Analytical CV with copies of diplomas;
- Names and contact details of 2 referees;
- Master’s thesis;
- Cover letter;
- Maximum 3 pages (excluding bibliography) outlining the research topics envisaged for the doctorate
Application deadline: 01.09.2026
Please send your complete application file in Word or PDF format.
Only applications submitted via this site will be considered.
Thank you for your understanding.
Remarks
UNIL is committed to:
• Equality, diversity and inclusion within its community;
• Ensuring an open, respectful environment conducive to personal development;
• Offering working conditions favourable to balancing different spheres of life;
• Supporting the next generation of researchers.
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