Lausanne
Doctoral Programme Coordinator
- 23 June 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
The Section of History and Aesthetics of Cinema of the Faculty of Arts at the University of Lausanne is advertising a position for a Doctoral Programme Coordinator.
Position Information
Start date: 1 September 2026 or to be agreed
Contract duration: Fixed-term contract of 12 months (potentially renewable)
Work rate: 20%
Workplace: Lausanne-Dorigny
Your Activities
Within this position, you will be required to carry out the following main tasks:
- Ensure the coordination of the doctoral school programme.
- Manage the coordination of doctoral colloquia.
- Organise, lead and provide supervision for seminars and doctoral meetings.
Your Profile
- PhD in Arts
- Experience desired in similar activities (coordination, administration, communication)
- Advanced language skills in French and English/German
- Knowledge of various scientific practices in the field of film and media studies
- Ability to work independently
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 any further information, please contact jointly the following persons:
Professor Maria Tortajada ( maria.tortajada@unil.ch ) and Professor Alain Boillat ( alain.boillat@unil.ch ).
Your Application File
Application deadline: 14 July 2026
Interested candidates are requested to send us, via the online system, in PDF or Word format, a complete file containing: a cover letter, a Curriculum Vitae and copies of university diplomas.
Only applications submitted through this site will be considered.
Thank you for your understanding.
Job Description
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Remarks
UNIL is committed to:
• Equality, diversity and inclusion within its community;
• Ensuring an open, respectful environment conducive to personal development;
• Offering working conditions favourable to balancing different spheres of life.
