Graduate Assistant for the Chair of European Law
Lausanne
Key information
- Publication date:15 August 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Lausanne
Job summary
The UNIL is a leading international institution with 5,000 staff and 17,000 students. This is a great opportunity in a supportive work environment.
Tasks
- Conduct research for a PhD in EU law or related areas.
- Assist in teaching and research activities of the Chair.
- Collaborate within a multicultural academic environment.
Skills
- Master's degree in law with knowledge of EU law preferred.
- Excellent writing skills in French and English required.
- Strong organizational and research skills essential.
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Introduction
A leading international teaching and research institution, UNIL has nearly 5,000 staff 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
In order to complete its team, the Chair of European Law is looking for a Graduate Assistant.
Job-related Information
Start date: 01.11.2025 or to be agreed
Contract duration: 1 year, renewable 2 x 2 years, maximum 5 years
Activity rate: 80%
Workplace: CDCEI, Lausanne Dorigny
Your Activities
- 50% for the completion of a doctoral thesis in one of the Chair's research areas (EU law, particularly constitutional law and immigration asylum law; Switzerland-EU relations; Europeanization of Swiss law and policies)
- 50% for assistance (support for the teaching and research of the Chair)
Your Profile
This opportunity is intended for individuals holding a Master's degree in law with the following profile:
• possessing good knowledge of European law and/or relations between Switzerland and the EU;
knowledge or a strong demonstrable interest in the research themes of the unit (see above)
is an additional asset;
• having demonstrated writing skills in French and a good knowledge of English; a good
knowledge of German is an additional asset;
• having a strong interest in research and a strong motivation for writing a doctoral thesis; research
experience, even publications, is an additional asset;
• mastering office tools;
• organized, autonomous, and precise
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 www.unil.ch/carrieres
For any additional information
Professor Francesco Maiani
francesco.maiani@unil.ch
Your Application File
Application deadline: 15.09.2025
Please send us your complete application file in Word or PDF format (cover letter,
CV, copies of certificates and diplomas, at least one written work or publication).
Only applications sent 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 conducive environment for development;
• Offering favorable working conditions for reconciling different spheres of life;
• Supporting scientific advancement.
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