Assistant (A2)
myScience
Geneva
Key information
- Publication date:09 September 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Geneva
Job summary
Join the University of Geneva as an Assistant-e (A2) in Law! This role offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth.
Tasks
- Assist in teaching family law and estate planning courses.
- Prepare and grade continuous assessments and written exams.
- Engage in research and support scientific events organization.
Skills
- Master's in law from a Swiss university with a strong GPA.
- Good knowledge of German is desirable.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
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Assistant (A2)
Workplace Geneva , Lake Geneva region , SwitzerlandCategoryPositionPublished8 September 2025Assistant
Organizational unit
Faculty of Law
Section / Division
Department of Civil Law
Position
Assistant (A2)
Position code
A2
Maximum class
8
Body
Assistant - assistant professor
Activity rate
100%
Workplace
Uni Mail
Application deadline
01-10-2025
Reference
6549
Attachment(s)
The assistant has 50% of the activity rate for the preparation of a doctoral thesis.
Master's students in law at the Faculty of Law of the University of Geneva may also apply, provided they have already obtained 240 ECTS credits and that their diploma thesis is about to be completed.
Good knowledge of German is desired.
Application files including a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a copy of exam transcripts (baccalaureate, including first series, and master's) and a copy of an academic writing work (e.g. master's thesis), must be submitted exclusively online by clicking on the 'apply now' button until 1 October 23:59.
No paper or email 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 a notice period of 3 months to the end of a month.
The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating work 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 underrepresented sex.
Apply now
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Organizational unit
Faculty of Law
Section / Division
Department of Civil Law
Position
Assistant (A2)
Position code
A2
Maximum class
8
Body
Assistant - assistant professor
Activity rate
100%
Workplace
Uni Mail
Application deadline
01-10-2025
Reference
6549
Attachment(s)
- Terms of reference_ NN_100%.pdf
(PDF , 489.07kb)
Job description
The terms of reference include tasks related to teaching family patrimonial law (3rd year of bachelor) and estate planning (master). The assistant will notably have to prepare and correct continuous assessments and written exams, participate as a jury member in oral exams, and hold office hours to answer students' questions related to the subjects taught. The terms of reference also include tasks related to research and support for the organization of scientific events.The assistant has 50% of the activity rate for the preparation of a doctoral thesis.
Required degree and skills
University master's degree in law from a Swiss university, with a good overall average.Master's students in law at the Faculty of Law of the University of Geneva may also apply, provided they have already obtained 240 ECTS credits and that their diploma thesis is about to be completed.
Good knowledge of German is desired.
Starting date
1 December 2025 at 100%.Contact
For any additional information, please contact Olivier Gaillard, olivier.gaillard@unige.ch .Application files including a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a copy of exam transcripts (baccalaureate, including first series, and master's) and a copy of an academic writing work (e.g. master's thesis), must be submitted exclusively online by clicking on the 'apply now' button until 1 October 23:59.
No paper or email applications will be accepted.
Additional information
Duration of the contract: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 a notice period of 3 months to the end of a month.
The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating work 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 underrepresented sex.
Apply now
Send to a friend
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