Lausanne
10 hours ago
Graduate Assistant in Counseling and Career Psychology
- 22 April 2026
- 100%
- Lausanne
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
To complete its team, the Institute of Psychology is advertising a position for a Graduate Assistant in Counseling and Career Psychology
Job Information
Start date: 1.10.2026
Contract duration: 1 year, renewable 2 x 2 years, maximum 5 years
Work rate: 100%
Workplace: Lausanne-Dorigny (Géopolis)
Gross annual salary: CHF 67,568.- at 100%, increasing each year according to the scale
Your Activities
Task description:
- At least 50% of the work rate will be dedicated to completing a doctoral thesis in counseling and career psychology.
- Up to 50% of the work rate will be devoted to supporting teaching and research tasks (teaching activities under the responsibility of a professor or MER, research work not related to the thesis, and technical and administrative activities related to the teaching and research activities of the CePCO, the Institute, or the Faculty).
See the job description
Your Profile
Desired profile:
- Master's degree in counseling and career psychology or equivalent qualification;
- Motivation to engage in completing a doctoral thesis in the field of counseling and career psychology or career development;
- Knowledge of research methods in psychology, with an interest in quantitative research being an asset;
- Fluency in French and good knowledge of English;
- Interest in the written and oral dissemination of research work;
- Interest in teaching;
- Organizational skills and ability to work in a team;
- Motivation to participate in the work of the Research Center in Counseling and Career Psychology ( www.unil.ch/cepco ).
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 unil.ch/travailler
For Further Information
For further information, contact jerome.rossier@unil.ch
Your Application File
Application deadline: 31.05.2026
Please send us your complete application file in PDF format, including (1) cover letter, (2) CV with contact details of one to two references, (3) copies of university diplomas and transcripts, (4) an academic text (e.g., master’s thesis chapter or scientific article), and (5) a description of your research interests.
Only applications submitted through this site will be considered. Thank you for your understanding.
Remarks
UNIL is committed to:
• Equality, diversity, and inclusion within its community;
• Ensuring an open, respectful, and supportive environment for personal development;
• Offering working conditions conducive to balancing different life spheres;
• Supporting scientific succession.
