Political Science Study Advisor at 60%
Lausanne
Key information
- Publication date:21 August 2025
- Workload:60%
- Place of work:Lausanne
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 student affairs team, the Dean's Office of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences ( www.unil.ch/ssp) is looking for a:
Political Science Study Advisor at 60%
Job Information
Start date: 01.10.2025 or to be agreed
Contract duration: Indefinite
Work rate: 60%
Workplace: Géopolis Building - Lausanne - Dorigny
Your Activities
Within the general duties of the position, you will be expected to:
- advise political science students during their studies within the programs offered by the Faculty;
- check the regulatory compliance and pedagogical coherence of their study plan;
- prepare files to be submitted to the study commission office of the program to integrate administrative aspects to be considered in decisions (regulatory constraints, IT, organization of teaching and schedules, etc.);
- actively participate in the Faculty's teaching commission to contribute to the development of a common policy for student monitoring;
- monitor IN mobility students.
Your Profile
To complete our team, we are looking for a person with the following profile:
- holder of a master’s degree or equivalent, preferably in political science, with at least 5 years of professional experience in advising;
- with interpersonal ease, good organizational skills, and excellent writing skills;
- basic legal knowledge;
- proficiency in common office tools;
- good knowledge of English and German.
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 www.unil.ch/carrieres
For Further Information
Ms.
Stéphanie Huguelet
Assistant for Student Affairs and Teaching
Tel. +41 (0)21 692 37 67
Your Application File
Application deadline: 07.09.2025
We invite you to send us your complete application file in Word or PDF format.
Only applications submitted through this site will be considered.
Thank you for your understanding.
Candidates selected for an interview to be held on Monday, September 15, 2025, will be contacted directly by us.
Job Description
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Remarks
UNIL is committed to:
• Equality, diversity, and inclusion within its community;
• Ensuring an open, respectful environment conducive to personal development;
• Offering working conditions favorable to balancing different spheres of life.
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