PhD Assistant at the Department of Criminal Law

Assistant

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Job description

The position advertised is linked to the teachings of Professor Yvan Jeanneret: fundamental elements of criminal procedure (bachelor's degree); criminal procedure, sanctions law and/or road traffic criminal law (master's degree).

The assistant will also be required to perform certain tasks related to other teachings, according to the department's needs.

The terms of reference include supervising students, assisting with the preparation of course materials, assisting the teacher with research, invigilating and marking exams, participating in the activities of the Department of Criminal Law (conferences, seminars, etc.), and the assistant's own research.

The activity rate at the start of employment will be 50%, for the period from 1st September to 31 December 2026. This rate will increase to 75% from 1st January 2027.

Required qualifications and skills

Applicants must have obtained a master's degree in law from a Swiss university and demonstrate a strong interest in research in criminal law or criminal procedure.

Those who will obtain their master's degree at the August-September 2026 examination session may apply, providing a certificate of success in place of the diploma.

At least passive knowledge of German is a condition of employment.

Applicants must intend to write a doctoral thesis in criminal law or criminal procedure.

Starting date

1 September 2026 or to be agreed

Contact

For any questions regarding the position, please contact:

odette.stierlin@unige.ch

Additional information

Application files including:

• a cover letter
• a curriculum vitae
• a copy of diplomas
• a copy of examination reports (bachelor's and master's)

must be submitted exclusively online by clicking the button below "Postuler/Apply now" before 5 July 2026 (23:59, Geneva time). No paper or email applications will be accepted.

The candidate will be hired on a two-year contract, renewable for two successive periods, respectively of two years and one year. The maximum duration of the assistant position is five years. The first year constitutes a probationary period, during which the employment relationship may be terminated with three months' notice to the end of a month.

The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating working environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and personality and actively contribute to the reputation of an institution founded in 1559.

From a gender equality perspective, the University encourages applications from the underrepresented sex.