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Assistant (A2)
- Publication date:17 October 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Geneva
Job summary
Join the University of Geneva as an Assistant-e (A2) in Law! This is a unique opportunity in a vibrant academic setting.
Tasks
- Assist in teaching and student support activities.
- Contribute to research and academic events organization.
- Prepare for a doctoral thesis with dedicated time.
Skills
- Master's degree in law or nearing completion of studies required.
- Strong knowledge of civil law and German preferred.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
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About the job
Assistant (A2)
Workplace Geneva - Lake Geneva region - SwitzerlandCategoryPositionPublished16 October 2025Assistant
Organizational unit
Faculty of Law
Section / Division
Department of Civil Law
Position
Assistant (A2)
Position code
A2
Maximum class
8
Body
Assistant - assistant professor
Activity rate
100%
Workplace
Uni Mail
Application deadline
16-11-2025
Reference
6604
Attachment(s)
The assistant has 50% of the activity rate for the preparation of a doctoral thesis.
Master’s students in law at the Faculty of Law of the University of Geneva may also apply, provided they have already obtained 240 ECTS credits and their diploma thesis is about to be completed.
Good knowledge of German is desired.
Application files including a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, copies of exam transcripts (bachelor’s, including first series, and master’s) and a copy of an academic paper (e.g. master’s thesis), must be submitted exclusively online by clicking on the 'apply now' button until 16 November 23:59.
No paper or email applications will be accepted.
The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating work environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and personality and actively contribute to the reputation of an institution founded in 1559.
From a parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the underrepresented sex.
Apply now
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Organizational unit
Faculty of Law
Section / Division
Department of Civil Law
Position
Assistant (A2)
Position code
A2
Maximum class
8
Body
Assistant - assistant professor
Activity rate
100%
Workplace
Uni Mail
Application deadline
16-11-2025
Reference
6604
Attachment(s)
- CdC_ NN_100%_pm.pdf
(PDF , 1010.24kb)
Job description
The Faculty of Law of the University of Geneva is offering a 100% assistant position in the law of obligations, within the Department of Civil Law (from 1st January 2026 or date to be agreed). The job description includes teaching tasks (student reception, grading exams and written assignments, etc.), as well as research, lecturing and support for the organization of scientific events. The hired person will be integrated into the law of obligations team ( https://www.unige.ch/droit/obligations ') ).The assistant has 50% of the activity rate for the preparation of a doctoral thesis.
Title and required skills
Master’s degree in law from a Swiss university, with a good overall average.Master’s students in law at the Faculty of Law of the University of Geneva may also apply, provided they have already obtained 240 ECTS credits and their diploma thesis is about to be completed.
Good knowledge of German is desired.
Starting date
1st January 2026 (or date to be agreed) at 100%.Contact
For further information, please contact Prof. Sylvain Marchand Sylvain.Marchand@unige.ch .Application files including a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, copies of exam transcripts (bachelor’s, including first series, and master’s) and a copy of an academic paper (e.g. master’s thesis), must be submitted exclusively online by clicking on the 'apply now' button until 16 November 23:59.
No paper or email applications will be accepted.
Additional information
The candidate will be hired on a two-year contract which may be renewed for two successive periods, respectively of two years and one year. The maximum duration of the assistant position is five years. The first year constitutes a probationary period during which the employment relationship may be terminated with a notice period of 3 months to the end of a month.The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating work environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and personality and actively contribute to the reputation of an institution founded in 1559.
From a parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the underrepresented sex.
Apply now
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