Université de Lausanne
Lausanne
Graduate Assistant in Labour Sociology
- 28 September 2026
- 100%
- Lausanne
Job summary
Join UNIL, a vibrant hub for over 14,100 students and 3,800 staff. Experience a multicultural environment by Lake Geneva!
Tasks
- Dedicate at least 50% of your time to a doctoral thesis in sociology.
- Support teaching and research activities under a professor's guidance.
- Engage in scientific activities related to the research unit.
Skills
- Master's in social sciences or equivalent; strong sociology foundation.
- Fluent in French and proficient in English, both written and spoken.
- Interest in gender inequality studies and qualitative methods.
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About the job
Introduction
A place of teaching, research and life, UNIL brings together more than 14,100 students and nearly 3,800 staff, professors and researchers. Ideally located on the shores of Lake Geneva and with direct access to the city centre of Lausanne, its campus hosts some 120 nationalities.
Presentation
The Institute of Social Sciences (ISS) of the University of Lausanne is advertising a position for a
Graduate Assistant in Labour Sociology
Position Information
Start date: 1 February 2027 (or later date to be agreed)
Contract duration: 1 year, renewable 2 x 2 years, maximum 5 years
Work rate: 100%
Workplace: Lausanne, Dorigny campus
Salary: CHF 67,568.- (increasing each year)
Your Activities
· At least 50% of the work rate will be dedicated to completing a doctoral thesis in labour sociology.
· Up to 50% of the work rate will be devoted to supporting teaching and research tasks (teaching activities under the responsibility of a professor, research work and scientific activities related to the attached research unit).
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Your Profile
We wish to recruit a person with the following profile:
· Master’s degree in social sciences or equivalent;
· Proficiency in French with a very good command of English, both spoken and written;
· Solid foundational training in general sociology. A confirmed interest in sex and gender inequalities in the world of work, as well as mastery of qualitative or mixed methods, would be an asset;
· Willingness to conduct research in the field of labour sociology.
Your Benefits
Experienced supervision enabling doctoral training, participation in national and international scientific events, and completion of a quality thesis during the contract period.
A pleasant working environment in a multicultural and diverse academic setting. Opportunities for in-depth theoretical and methodological training, a multitude of scientific activities and other benefits to discover.
More information at unil.ch/travailler
For Further Information
Nicky Le Feuvre
nicky.lefeuvre@unil.ch
Marc Perrenoud
marc.perrenoud@unil.ch
Your Application File
Application file:
· Cover letter,
· Academic CV with copies of university diplomas and transcripts,
· A draft thesis project (1 to 2 pages + some indicative bibliographic references),
· An academic text (e.g. master’s thesis chapter, scientific article).
Only applications submitted via this site will be considered.
Please send your complete file in Word or PDF format.
Application deadline: 25 October 2026
Remarks
UNIL is committed to:
• Equality, diversity and inclusion within its community;
• Ensuring an open, respectful and supportive environment;
• Offering working conditions favourable to balancing different spheres of life;
• Supporting the next generation of scientists.
