Doctoral Assistant in Political Theory

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 Centre for Public Law invites applications for a Doctoral Assistant in Political Theory under the supervision of Prof. Sandrine Baume.

Job information

Expected start date in position : April 1st, 2026 or to be agreed

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

Activity rate : 90%

Workplace : Quartier UNIL - Chamberonne

Your responsibilities

•    50% of the workload will be devoted to the completion of a doctoral thesis;
•    50% of the workload will be dedicated to student supervision and collaboration on research projects.

Your qualifications

• Master’s degree in political science, law, or humanities;


• Doctoral thesis project focusing on the relationship between democracy and the life cycle (e.g. old age or youth). The thesis may be situated within political theory or the history of political ideas;


• Proficiency in English;


• Knowledge of French would be highly appreciated.

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

Prof. Sandrine Baume

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Your application

Deadline : February 15, 2026

The complete application file, in Word or PDF format, must include:

• A cover letter;


• A curriculum vitae;


• Copies of academic diplomas;


• A research paper (Master’s thesis, seminar paper, conference paper, or other scholarly publication);


• A brief presentation of a doctoral thesis project (2 pages) related to the announced theme.

Only applications through this website will be taken into account.

We thank you for your understanding.

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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