Graduate Assistant in Information Systems

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

We are inviting applications for a full-time Graduate Assistant in Information Systems and Digital Innovation at the Department of Information Systems (DESI) from HEC Lausanne of the University of Lausanne. The candidate will focus on research topics such as the design, governance, and use of digital platforms and AI for public value, and their impact on society. The position is a part of the newly founded research lab in Information Systems and Digital Innovation, led by Prof. Liudmila Zavolokina.

Job information

Expected start date in position : 01.09.2025 / to be agreed

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

Activity rate : 100%

Workplace : UNIL, Campus Dorigny

Your responsibilities

In your activities, you will have to :

• Conduct design-oriented studies in digital platforms and AI for public value


• Design, develop and evaluate innovative prototypes


• Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data, run experiments, publish findings of the research in top-tier conferences and journals


• Collaborate with researchers, public organizations, businesses and other institutions


• Support teaching activities (such as running exercises, and supervising theses)


• Support preparation of research proposals to national and international funding agencies

50% of the time will be spent on teaching responsibilities and projects.

50% of the time will be dedicated to conducting doctoral research

Your qualifications

In order to complete our team, we are looking for someone with the following skills : 

• willingness to do a research thesis in the field of data analytics


• a master's degree in information systems, business informatics, computer science and related fields


• strong analytical skills, enthusiasm for research, proactive mindset, reliability and commitment


• good programming skills and experience in the implementation of software (e.g. JAVA, Python) and human-centered design are desirable


• skills in statistical analysis and the motivation to deepen them are desirable


• excellent command of English (both written and spoken); working knowledge of French and/or German are desirable

What the position offers you

We offer a nice working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment. Opportunities for professional training, a lot of activities and other benefits to discover.

Contact for further information

Contact Prof. Liudmila Zavolokina

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Your application

Deadline : 23.07.2025

Please, send your full application in Word or PDF.
Only applications through this website will be taken into account.

Seeking to promote an equitable representation for men and women among its staff, the University encourages applications from women.

Additional information

UNIL is committed to:
•    equality, diversity and inclusion within its community;
•    ensuring an open and respectful environment that is conducive to personal development;
•    offering working conditions that facilitate work-life balance;
•    supporting early career researchers.

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