Universität St. Gallen
St.Gallen
8 hours ago
Doctoral Position in Tax Law (m/f/d)
- 30 January 2026
- 100%
- St.Gallen
Job summary
The Institute for Law and Economics (ILE) focuses on research, teaching, and training. Join a vibrant team exploring law and economics!
Tasks
- Engage in national and international tax law research and publications.
- Support the institute's financial law department in projects.
- Contribute to interdisciplinary research programs with great conditions.
Skills
- Master's degree in law or nearing completion; meet PhD criteria.
- Strong analytical skills and reliability in work.
- Fluent in German and English, proficient in MS Office.
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About the job
The Institute for Law and Economics (ILE) is active in research, teaching, and continuing education and finances itself largely through courses and expert reports.
The staff at ILE-HSG conduct research at the interface of law and economics.
Your Tasks
As a member of our tax law team, you will participate in publications and research projects in the field of national and international tax law. A special focus is on research in corporate tax law. You will support the institute's financial law department.
We offer you:
- A challenging position with the opportunity to pursue a doctorate according to the guidelines of the University of St. Gallen
- The opportunity to work in a dynamic and interdisciplinary research institute, embedded in a committed team
- The opportunity to participate in an interdisciplinary national research program with attractive working conditions for your research
Your Profile
- (Upcoming) successful Master’s degree in law
- Fulfillment of the doctoral requirements of the University of St. Gallen
- Interest in scientific questions, especially in the field of tax law
- Highest reliability, committed thinking, and goal-oriented working style
- Fluency in languages, very good German and English spoken and written
- Very good knowledge of MS Office applications
- Ideally, first practical experience in the form of demanding internships or professional experience
"A place that creates knowledge" - As one of the leading business universities in Europe, the University of St. Gallen (HSG) is committed to educating over 10,000 students and offers around 3,500 employees an attractive and innovative environment in research, teaching, continuing education, and administration as one of the largest employers in the region."
