Université de Lausanne
Lausanne
10 hours ago
Assistant Professor in Russian Literature and Civilisation (19th-21st centuries)
- 23 May 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 Slavic Languages and Civilisations and South Asia (SLAS) of the Faculty of Arts at the University of Lausanne is advertising a position for an assistant professor in Russian literature and civilisation (19th-21st centuries).
Additional Information
Start date: 1 February 2027
Contract duration: two years, renewable once for 2 years. *According to the current academic planning, this position is not intended to be permanent.
Work rate: 80%
Workplace: Lausanne-Dorigny
Your Activities
Teaching load of 4 hours per week per semester in Russian literature and history of ideas at Bachelor and Master levels. Supervision of students, examination assessments, supervision of final dissertations, and participation in the organisation of SLAS Section activities. Research in areas related to the position.
Your Profile
PhD in Russian literature or equivalent qualification (thesis submitted at the time of starting the position).
Excellent command of French and Russian is essential. Specialisation: Russian literature of the 19th-21st centuries, history of ideas. Experience in the field of translation studies is desirable.
Your Benefits
A pleasant working environment in a multicultural and diverse academic setting.
A multitude of activities and other benefits to discover.
More information at unil.ch/travailler
For Further Information
Contact Ms Anastassia Forquenot de La Fortelle, anastassia.forquenotdelafortelle@unil.ch
Your Application File
Application deadline: 9 June 2026
Interested candidates are requested to submit via the online system, in PDF or Word format, a complete file containing: cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, copies of university diplomas, list of publications, and a brief presentation of research projects.
Only applications submitted through this site will be considered.
We thank you for your understanding.
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;
• Supporting scientific succession.
To increase the number of women in teaching positions, female applications are particularly encouraged.
