Assistant position with focus on Swiss Civil Code 20-40%
Universität Bern
Bern
Key information
- Publication date:18 November 2025
- Workload:20 – 40%
- Place of work:Bern
Job summary
The Department of Private Law at the University of Bern is hiring a research assistant. This is a great opportunity for students interested in ZGB.
Tasks
- Assist in preparing materials for scientific presentations and classes.
- Conduct research for academic publications.
- Support administrative tasks within the department.
Skills
- Engaged students with a completed Bachelor’s in Law (magna cum laude).
- Enjoy meticulous scientific work focused on ZGB.
- Teamwork and reliability are essential.
Is this helpful?
At the Department of Private Law of the University of Bern, Prof. Dr. Martin Eggel's section, an assistant position with focus on the Swiss Civil Code (20-40%) is to be filled as of February 1, 2026, or by agreement.
Tasks (among others):
- Assistance in preparing materials for scientific lectures and university teaching
- Research work for scientific publications
- Support with administrative tasks
We are looking for:
- Committed students, preferably with a completed Bachelor's degree in law with the distinction magna cum laude (grade 5)
- Enjoyment of careful scientific work with a focus on the Swiss Civil Code
- Teamwork skills and reliability
We offer:
- Deepening knowledge in areas of core private law and development of scientific working skills
- Pleasant, exciting working environment at the university
- Flexibility regarding working hours and workload
- Attractive workplace in the center of Bern
- Remuneration according to cantonal standards
Interested?
For further information, please contact Ms. Therese Sommer:
therese.sommer@unibe.ch; Tel. +41 31 684 37 95
Please send your application with the usual documents by December 13, 2025, by email to: therese.sommer@unibe.ch
