Assistant (A2) PhD student
myScience
Geneva
Key information
- Publication date:21 November 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Geneva
Job summary
Join the University of Geneva as an Assistant-e (A2) doctorant.e. This role offers a dynamic work environment and growth opportunities.
Tasks
- Assist in teaching and support student evaluations and projects.
- Engage in research activities and contribute to academic events.
- Allocate time for thesis preparation while fulfilling assistant duties.
Skills
- Master's degree in law from a Swiss university is required.
- Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
- Proficiency in German is preferred for this position.
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Assistant (A2) PhD student
Workplace Geneva - Lake Geneva region - SwitzerlandCategoryPositionPublished18 November 2025Help
Assistant (A2) PhD student
Organizational unit
Faculty of Law
Section / Division
Department of Civil Law
Function
Assistant (A2)
Function code
A2
Maximum class
8
Body
Assistant - assistant professor
Activity rate
100%
Workplace
Uni Mail
Application deadline
27-11-2025
Reference
6660
Attachment(s)
The assistant has 50% of the activity rate for the preparation of a doctoral thesis.
Master’s students in law at the Faculty of Law of the University of Geneva may also apply, provided they have already obtained 240 ECTS credits and their diploma thesis is about to be completed.
Good knowledge of German is desired.
Application files including a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, copies of exam transcripts (bachelor’s, including first series, and master’s) and a sample of academic writing (e.g. master’s thesis), must be submitted exclusively online by clicking on the 'apply now' button until 27 November 23:59.
No paper or email applications will be accepted.
The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating work 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.
Apply now
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Assistant (A2) PhD student
Organizational unit
Faculty of Law
Section / Division
Department of Civil Law
Function
Assistant (A2)
Function code
A2
Maximum class
8
Body
Assistant - assistant professor
Activity rate
100%
Workplace
Uni Mail
Application deadline
27-11-2025
Reference
6660
Attachment(s)
- CdC_ NN_100%_pm.pdf
(PDF , 1010.24kb)
Job description
The Faculty of Law of the University of Geneva is offering a 100% assistant position in the law of obligations, within the Department of Civil Law (from 1st January 2026 or date to be agreed). The job description includes teaching tasks (student reception, grading exams and written assignments, etc.), as well as research, lecturing and support for the organization of scientific events. The hired person will be integrated into the law of obligations team ( https://www.unige.ch/droit/obligations ') ).The assistant has 50% of the activity rate for the preparation of a doctoral thesis.
Required degree and skills
Master’s degree in law from a Swiss university, with a good overall average.Master’s students in law at the Faculty of Law of the University of Geneva may also apply, provided they have already obtained 240 ECTS credits and their diploma thesis is about to be completed.
Good knowledge of German is desired.
Starting date
1st January 2026 (or date to be agreed) at 100%.Contact
For further information, please contact Prof. Sylvain Marchand Sylvain.Marchand@unige.ch .Application files including a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, copies of exam transcripts (bachelor’s, including first series, and master’s) and a sample of academic writing (e.g. master’s thesis), must be submitted exclusively online by clicking on the 'apply now' button until 27 November 23:59.
No paper or email applications will be accepted.
Additional information
The candidate will be hired on a two-year contract which may be renewed 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 a notice period of 3 months to the end of a month.The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating work 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.
Apply now
Send to a friend
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