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PhD Assistant at the Department of Criminal Law and at the GSI
- 16 April 2026
- 100%
- Geneva
Job summary
Join the University of Geneva as an Assistant-e doctorant-e. Contribute to legal research in a dynamic environment.
Tasks
- Assist in teaching criminal law and supporting GSI activities.
- Supervise students and prepare course materials.
- Conduct personal research and participate in departmental events.
Skills
- Master's in law from a Swiss university; interest in criminal law required.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Fluency in German (at least passive) is essential.
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About the job
PhD Assistant at the Department of Criminal Law and at the GSI
Workplace Geneva - Lake Geneva region - SwitzerlandCategoryPositionPublished15 April 2026Help
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
100% (50% Faculty of Law - 50% GSI)
Workplace
Uni Mail
Application deadline
10-05-2026
Reference
6853
Attachment(s)
The assistant will also be required to perform certain tasks related to other teachings, according to the needs of the department and the GSI.
The job description includes supervising students, assisting in the preparation of course documentation, assisting the teacher's research, monitoring and grading exams, participating in the activities of the Department of Criminal Law and the GSI (conferences, seminars, etc.), and the assistant's personal research.
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 "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 position 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 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
100% (50% Faculty of Law - 50% GSI)
Workplace
Uni Mail
Application deadline
10-05-2026
Reference
6853
Attachment(s)
- NN_Cahier des charges_1.10.2026_GSI_.pdf
(PDF , 160.15kb) - NN_Cahier des charges_1.10.2026_.pdf
(PDF , 148.35kb)
Job description
The Faculty of Law and the Global Studies Institute (GSI) are offering a 100% (50%-50%) PhD assistant position under the direction of Professor Bernhard Sträuli for his general criminal law teaching, provided in the 1st series of the Bachelor of Law and within the framework of the Bachelor in International Relations (BARI).The assistant will also be required to perform certain tasks related to other teachings, according to the needs of the department and the GSI.
The job description includes supervising students, assisting in the preparation of course documentation, assisting the teacher's research, monitoring and grading exams, participating in the activities of the Department of Criminal Law and the GSI (conferences, seminars, etc.), and the assistant's personal research.
Title and required 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.
Starting date
1 October 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 and master)
must be submitted exclusively online by clicking the button below "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 position 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 now
Send to a friend
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