Intermediary staff
Université de Lausanne
Lausanne
Key information
- Publication date:17 October 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Lausanne
Job summary
Join UNIL as a postdoctoral SNF researcher in Lausanne! Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.
Tasks
- Contribute to the HIP21 project on EU energy policies.
- Conduct qualitative data collection through interviews and analysis.
- Publish findings in academic journals and share insights.
Skills
- PhD in social or political sciences; knowledge of EU energy policies required.
- Strong qualitative research skills and collaborative attitude.
- Excellent command of English; French is a plus.
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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 Institute for Political Studies of the Social Sciences Faculty is recruting a postdoctoral SNF Researchers to join the research team of the project ‘Hybrid Infrastructure Policies for the 21st century : Towards Green and Digital Economy (HIP21)’, funded by the Swiss National Fund. The project analyzes the evolution of European Union energy/electricity and digital infrastructure policies. The selected candidate will be in charge of the EU energy/electricity policy.
Job information
Starting date : 01.01.26 or shortly thereafter
Contract length : 20 months (1 year contract, renewable for 8 months, possibly renewable a second time for up to 27 months maximum in total)
Employment rate : 70%
Working place : Lausanne-Dorigny, Gepolis (part time homeworking is possible)
Salary : SNF postdoctoral researcher salary levels
Your responsibilities
The selected candidate will take part in the above-mentioned research project and contribute to its implementation in the field of energy and electricity policy. His·her main responsibilities will include conducting qualitative data collection through document analysis and interviews. The candidate will also play an active role in the analysis and dissemination of findings, including the publication of results in academic journals and other scientific outlets.
Your qualifications
- Doctoral degree in social/political sciences, ideally in public policy or EU politics sub-fields.
- Strong command of European Union policy and/or energy/electricity policies.
- Strong command of cognitive approaches to policy analysis would be an asset
- Strong skills in qualitative methods and data collection. Skills or at least an interest in quantitative methods is an asset.
- Excellent relational skills, collaborative attitude, as well as being able to take initiatives and work autonomously.
- An excellent command of English, both written and oral, is required. Good level in French is an asset.
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
Please contact :
Emmanuelle Mathieu
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Your application
Deadline for submission of applications : 02.11.2025
Please send your application with the following documents :
Cover letter, complete CV with publications list, copy of doctoral degree, two representative published pieces, contact details of two referees.
Application should be sent via this web site.
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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