PhD Position 100% in the Field of Law and Tech / Legal AI (m/f/d)

The Institute for Law and Economics (ILE-HSG) is active in research, teaching, and continuing education.

Applications are continuously accepted until the end of May 2026.

Applications must be submitted via the "Apply Here" button.

Interviews will take place via Zoom.

A complete application includes:

• A motivation letter (max. 2 DIN A4 pages)
• A research outline (max. 700 words), which according to the applicant corresponds to a four-year doctorate
• A current curriculum vitae (CV)
• Academic certificates from the bachelor's and master's studies, including grade overview
• A master's thesis (if applicable) or another meaningful writing sample of the applicant
• If available: A letter of recommendation from a professor or tutor who supervised you during your academic career (e.g., supervision of the master's thesis)

Inquiries about this position can be directed to the following address: aurelia.tamo-larrieux@unil.ch

• Research: Your research focus is on the development of accessible, reliable, and collaborative AI in the legal field. Specifically, the BRIDGE program-funded project you will work on aims to support disadvantaged population groups in accessing the law. In close collaboration with the project team and Caritas Switzerland, you will develop, validate, and implement legal artificial intelligence tools aimed at Caritas legal advisors as well as laypersons.
• Support of the project team: Participation in publications, presentations, and teaching events.

• Strong interest in the field of Legal AI, Legal Technology, and the practical implementation of legal automation.
• Master's degree in Law and Technology or related fields.
• Fulfillment of the doctoral requirements of the University of St. Gallen.
• Interest in interdisciplinary research as well as willingness to learn and to leave one’s professional comfort zone.
• Team-oriented personality with a reliable working style and analytical thinking skills.
• Excellent English skills, both spoken and written.
• Preferred: good organizational skills.
• Preferred: experience in academic research or teaching.
• Preferred: good German or French skills, both spoken and written. 

• A challenging position with the opportunity to pursue a doctorate according to the guidelines of the University of St. Gallen.
• A stimulating research environment with collaborative and interdisciplinary research projects.
• The opportunity to remain curious and to create and develop new approaches to address urgent societal needs.
• The opportunity to participate in national and international projects.
• Access to a broad academic and practice-oriented network.

"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 an attractive and innovative environment in research, teaching, continuing education, and administration to around 3,500 employees as one of the largest employers in the region."