Université de Lausanne
Lausanne
10 hours ago
Graduate Assistant in Contract Law
- 17 March 2026
- 100%
- Lausanne
Job summary
Join UNIL, a leading international institution with a vibrant community. This role offers a dynamic work environment and numerous benefits.
Tasks
- Dedicate 50% of your time to thesis development.
- Guide students and collaborate on scientific publications.
- Engage in the field of obligations law and economic analysis.
Skills
- Master's in law completed or expected by summer 2026.
- Strong knowledge of German and English required.
- Ability to work in a multicultural academic environment.
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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
To complete its team, the Private Law Center of the Faculty of Law, Criminal Sciences and Public Administration is looking for a
Graduate Assistant in Contract Law for Professor Laurent Bieri.
Job Information
Start date: 01.06.2026 or to be agreed
Contract duration: 1 year, renewable 2 x 2 years, maximum 5 years
Work rate: 85%
Workplace: Lausanne Dorigny
Your activities
• 50% of the work rate will be dedicated to completing a thesis;
• Up to 50% of the work rate will be devoted to supervising students and collaborating on scientific publications.
Your profile
• Completed Master in Law or to be completed by summer 2026
• Possibility to be hired as a student assistant if the master has not yet been completed before summer 2026
• Doctoral thesis project in contract law or in law and economics analysis
• Very good knowledge of German and English.
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
Professor Laurent Bieri
laurent.bieri@unil.ch
Your application file
Application deadline: 30.04.2026
Applications must be sent with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, bachelor and master exam results, copy of the master thesis or another research work in Word or PDF format
Only applications submitted through this site will be considered.
Thank you for your understanding.
Remarks
UNIL is committed to:
• Equality, diversity, and inclusion within its community;
• Ensuring an open, respectful, and supportive environment for personal development;
• Offering working conditions conducive to balancing different spheres of life;
• Supporting scientific succession.
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