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Assistant Professor in French and Francophone Literature
- 18 February 2026
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- Lausanne
Job summary
The University of Lausanne is a leading global institution with around 5,000 staff and 17,000 students. Join a supportive and diverse academic environment with great benefits!
Tasks
- Teach literature seminars at Bachelor and Master levels.
- Guide students and manage examinations effectively.
- Conduct individual research and participate in section activities.
Skills
- PhD in literature or equivalent, specializing in 17th-18th century French literature.
- Strong teaching abilities in French literature.
- Excellent research and administrative skills.
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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
The French Section of the Faculty of Arts at the University of Lausanne is advertising a position for an assistant professor in French and Francophone literature.
Additional Information
Start date: August 1, 2026
Contract duration: two years, renewable once for 2 years.
As currently planned in the academic schedule, this position is not intended to be permanent.
Work rate: 80%
Workplace: Lausanne-Dorigny
Your Activities
Teaching load of four hours per week (Bachelor or Master level seminars).
Supervision of students, handling of exams.
Individual research.
Participation in research activities and administration of the Section.
Your Profile
PhD in literature or equivalent degree (thesis must be submitted by the start date), with at least a partial specialization in 17th and 18th century French literature.
Candidates must be able to teach French and Francophone literatures at both Bachelor and Master levels.
Your Benefits
A pleasant working environment in a multicultural and diverse academic setting.
A multitude of activities and other benefits to discover.
More information at unil.ch/travailler
For Further Information
Contact Professor Marc Escola, Chair of the French Section (marc.escola@unil.ch)
Your Application File
Application deadline: April 10, 2026
Interested candidates are requested to send us, via the online system, a complete file in a single PDF or Word file containing: cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, copies of university diplomas, list of publications, and a brief presentation of research projects.
Only applications submitted through this site will be considered.
Thank you for your understanding.
Job Description
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Remarks
For PO, PAS, PAST, PAST in PTC:
UNIL commits to:
• Equality, diversity, and inclusion within its community;
• Guaranteeing an open, respectful, and supportive environment;
• Offering working conditions conducive to balancing different life spheres;
• Supporting scientific succession.
To increase the number of women in professorial positions, female candidates are particularly encouraged.
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For MER 1 and 2, MA:
UNIL commits to:
• Equality, diversity, and inclusion within its community;
• Guaranteeing an open, respectful, and supportive environment;
• Offering working conditions conducive to balancing different life spheres;
• Supporting scientific succession.
To increase the number of women in teaching positions, female candidates are particularly encouraged.
unil.ch/egalite
unil.ch/familles
unil.ch/graduatecampus
