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PhD Assistant at the Department of Criminal Law
- 16 April 2026
- 100%
- Geneva
Job summary
Join the University of Geneva as an Assistant-e doctorant-e! Explore a stimulating academic environment in Switzerland.
Tasks
- Assist in teaching and research in criminal law and procedure.
- Supervise students and prepare course materials and documentation.
- Engage in departmental activities, seminars, and personal research.
Skills
- Master's degree in law from a Swiss university is required.
- Strong interest in criminal law or procedural law research.
- Basic proficiency in German is necessary.
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About the job
PhD Assistant at the Department of Criminal Law
Workplace Geneva - Lake Geneva region - SwitzerlandCategoryPositionPublished15 April 2026Assistant
Organizational unit
Faculty of Law
Section / Division
Department of Criminal Law
Function
Assistant (A2)
Function code
A2
Maximum class
8
Body
Assistant - assistant professor
Activity rate
50% - 75%
Application deadline
10-05-2026
Reference
6855
Attachment(s)
The assistant will also be required to perform certain tasks related to other teachings, according to the needs of the department.
The terms of reference include supervising students, assisting in the preparation of course documentation, assisting the teacher in research, monitoring and grading exams, participating in the activities of the Department of Criminal Law (conferences, seminars, etc.), and the assistant's personal research.
The activity rate at hiring will be 50% for the period from 1st September to 31 December 2026. This rate will increase to 75% from 1st January 2027.
At least passive mastery of German is a condition of employment.
Candidates must intend to write a doctoral thesis in criminal law or criminal procedure.
odette.stierlin@unige.ch
must be submitted exclusively online by clicking the button below "Postuler/Apply now" before 10 May 2026 (23:59, Geneva time). No paper or email applications will be accepted.
The candidate will be hired on a two-year contract, renewable for two successive periods, respectively two years and one year. The maximum duration of the assistant function is five years. The first year constitutes a probationary period, during which the employment relationship may be terminated with a three-month notice period for 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 / Apply now
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Organizational unit
Faculty of Law
Section / Division
Department of Criminal Law
Function
Assistant (A2)
Function code
A2
Maximum class
8
Body
Assistant - assistant professor
Activity rate
50% - 75%
Application deadline
10-05-2026
Reference
6855
Attachment(s)
- NN_Cahier des charges_YJ_1.9.2026_.pdf
(PDF , 156.27kb)
Job description
The position offered is linked to the teachings of Professor Yvan Jeanneret: fundamental elements of criminal procedure (bachelor's degree); criminal procedure, sanctions law and/or road traffic criminal law (master's degree).The assistant will also be required to perform certain tasks related to other teachings, according to the needs of the department.
The terms of reference include supervising students, assisting in the preparation of course documentation, assisting the teacher in research, monitoring and grading exams, participating in the activities of the Department of Criminal Law (conferences, seminars, etc.), and the assistant's personal research.
The activity rate at hiring will be 50% for the period from 1st September to 31 December 2026. This rate will increase to 75% from 1st January 2027.
Required title and skills
Candidates must have obtained a master's degree in law from a Swiss university and demonstrate a strong interest in research in criminal law or criminal procedure.At least passive mastery of German is a condition of employment.
Candidates must intend to write a doctoral thesis in criminal law or criminal procedure.
Start date
1 September 2026Contact
For any questions regarding the position, please contact:odette.stierlin@unige.ch
Additional information
Application files including:- a cover letter
- a curriculum vitae
- a copy of diplomas
- a copy of exam transcripts (bachelor's and master's)
must be submitted exclusively online by clicking the button below "Postuler/Apply now" before 10 May 2026 (23:59, Geneva time). No paper or email applications will be accepted.
The candidate will be hired on a two-year contract, renewable for two successive periods, respectively two years and one year. The maximum duration of the assistant function is five years. The first year constitutes a probationary period, during which the employment relationship may be terminated with a three-month notice period for 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 / Apply now
Send / Send to a friend
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