PhD candidate in social policies

Introduction

UNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 17,000 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. As an employer, UNIL encourages excellence, individual recognition and responsibility.

Presentation

The Swiss Graduate School of Public Administration at the Faculty of Law, Criminal Justice and Public Administration of the University of Lausanne is seeking a highly motivated and research-driven Ph.D. candidate to join our dynamic team in exploring the intersection of skill formation and social policy. The position is part of a larger project on the governance of vocational training (GOVPET), financed by the Swiss State Secretariat for Research and Innovation (SERI). It offers a unique opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research, contribute to policy discussions, and advance understanding in the field of social policy with a specific emphasis on the role of skill development, certification, and the impact of skill formation policy on social problems and inequality

Job information

Expected start date in position : 01.06.2024 or to be agreed

Contract length : initially 1 year, renewable 2 x 2 years, maximum 5 years

Activity rate : 90%

Workplace : IDHEAP

Your responsibilities

The PhD Candidate is expected to develop and complete a doctoral research project on a topic related to the intersection of skill formation and social policies within the GOVPET leading house. The project should have a strong comparative dimension (Europe, OECD countries) and aim to understand recent policy development in the twin fields of skill formation and labour market policy. 

Qualifications and Skills

•    Master’s degree (obtained or near completion), in political science, sociology or public policy. Ideally with a focus on political economy;
•    Good methodological skills, both quantitative and qualitative;
•    Fluency in written and spoken English;
•    Demonstrated passion for social policy, labour market, education policy, or related fields;
•    Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively;
•    Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

What the position offers you

•    Attractive salary and excellent work conditions in an expanding institute at the University of Lausanne;
•    Multicultural and diverse work environment;
•    Access to national and international training programs and the possibility to conduct part of your doctoral research abroad.

Contact for further information

Prof. Giuliano Bonoli giuliano.bonoli@unil.ch

Your application

Deadline : 30.04.2024

Please upload a motivation letter, CV, a writing sample (e.g. MA dissertation or seminar paper) and a list of grades obtained in your Master’s in Word or PDF.
Only applications through this website will be taken into account.

We look forward to hearing from you.
We thank you for your understanding.

Additional information

UNIL is committed to equal opportunities and diversity.
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UNIL supports early career researchers.
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