Assistant substitute (A2) in intellectual property law
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Geneva
Key information
- Publication date:13 January 2026
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Geneva
Job summary
Join the University of Geneva as an Assistant in Intellectual Property Law. This is a great opportunity for growth and collaboration.
Tasks
- Support the professor in teaching Intellectual Property Law courses.
- Organize and oversee summer school programs in intellectual property.
- Conduct research related to intellectual property topics.
Skills
- Master's degree in Swiss Law and fluency in French and English.
- Experience in intellectual property and unfair competition.
- Ability to work autonomously and proactively.
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Assistant substitute (A2) in intellectual property law
Workplace Geneva - Lake Geneva region - SwitzerlandCategoryPositionPublished12 January 2026Help
Assistant substitute (A2) in intellectual property law
Organizational entity
Faculty of Law
Section / Division
Department of Commercial Law
Function
Assistant substitute (A2)
Function code
SA2
Maximum class
8
Body
Assistant - assistant professor
Activity rate
100% (or 2 positions at 50%)
Workplace
Uni Mail
Application deadline
04-02-2026
Reference
6732
Attachment(s)
Terms of reference:
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 parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the underrepresented sex.
Apply now
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Assistant substitute (A2) in intellectual property law
Organizational entity
Faculty of Law
Section / Division
Department of Commercial Law
Function
Assistant substitute (A2)
Function code
SA2
Maximum class
8
Body
Assistant - assistant professor
Activity rate
100% (or 2 positions at 50%)
Workplace
Uni Mail
Application deadline
04-02-2026
Reference
6732
Attachment(s)
- 0123_Cahier_des_charges_Assistant-e 100% 01.04.2026 Droit commercial.pdf
(PDF , 249,27kb)
Job description
The Faculty of Law of the University of Geneva is advertising a position for an assistant in intellectual property law and unfair competition, at a 100% rate within the Department of Commercial Law for a period of five months (from April 1, 2026 to August 31, 2026). Applications for a 50% rate are also accepted, however priority will be given to candidates available at a 100% activity rate.Terms of reference:
- Assistance to Professor Jacques de Werra for the master course 'International Intellectual Property Law' taught in the spring semester 2026 (this includes organizing and supervising oral exams in June 2026 and August 2026);
- Contribution to the organization of the summer school 'WIPO-UNIGE summer school on intellectual property' which will take place from June 15 to 26, 2026 (100% availability is required during the two weeks of the summer school);
- Proofreading and formatting of scientific contributions;
- Research work on topics related to intellectual property;
- Supervision and organization of the make-up exam for intellectual property law and unfair competition (May-June 2026)
Title and required skills
- Have obtained a university master's degree in Swiss law at the start of employment;
- Perfect command of French and English;
- Have knowledge and/or experience in intellectual property and unfair competition;
- Ability to work independently and proactively.
Start date
April 1, 2026Contact
For any additional information, please contact Ms. Marion Consoli: Marion.Consoli@unige.chAdditional information
Application files including a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and a copy of exam transcripts (baccalaureate, including first series, and master's) and a copy of a university writing work (e.g. master's thesis) must be submitted exclusively online by clicking on the 'apply now' button, before Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 23:59 (Geneva time). No paper or emailed 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 parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the underrepresented sex.
Apply now
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