Junior Lecturer in Statistics

Université de Lausanne

Key information

Publication date:11 July 2025
Workload:100%
Place of work:Lausanne
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Job summary

Join UNIL, a top-tier international institution in Switzerland. Enjoy a vibrant work culture and growth opportunities.

Tasks

Teach statistics courses and engage with students effectively.
Conduct personal research on AI and extreme value theory.
Collaborate within a diverse academic environment to innovate.

Skills

Candidates should possess a doctorate in statistics or related fields.
Strong background in actuarial science and management science.
Proficiency in computer science and operations research.

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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 Department of Operations invites applications for the position of Junior Lecturer in Statistics.

Job information

Expected start date in position : 1st October 2025

Contract length : 1 year, not renewable

Activity rate : 75%

Workplace : Lausanne, Dorigny

Your responsibilities

50% of the time will be dedicated to teaching courses

50% of the time will be dedicated to the personal research project

The successful candidate will work on projects in the field of statistics, particularly at the intersection of AI and extreme value theory.

Your qualifications

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

Doctorate degree in statistics

Actuarial science

Management science

Computer science

Industrial engineering

Operations research and operations management

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. Valérie Chavez: valéE-Mail schreiben

Your application

Deadline : 27 juillet 2025

Please, send your full application in Word or PDF:

A covering letter,

A CV with copies of university degrees obtained,

Master's and PhD transcripts,

Contact details of two people who can provide references

Only applications through this website will be taken into account.

We thank you for your understanding.

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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