Graduate Assistant in Translation Studies
Université de Lausanne
Lausanne
Key information
- Publication date:28 October 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Lausanne
Job summary
The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a leading international institution. Join a vibrant academic environment with numerous benefits.
Tasks
- Conduct research in translation studies for a PhD thesis.
- Assist in teaching and administrative tasks in German studies.
- Engage with a multicultural academic community in Lausanne.
Skills
- Master's degree in German literature, translation studies, or equivalent.
- Fluent in German and French is essential.
- Strong research and writing abilities are required.
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Introduction
A leading international teaching and research institution, UNIL has nearly 5,000 staff members and 17,000 students, distributed between the Dorigny campus and the CHUV and Epalinges sites. As an employer, it promotes excellence, recognition of individuals, and responsibility.
Presentation
The German Section of the Faculty of Arts at the University of Lausanne is offering a position for a graduate assistant in translation studies.
Job Information
Start date: February 1, 2026
Contract duration: 1 year, renewable twice for 2 years, maximum 5 years
Work rate: 100%
Workplace: Lausanne-Dorigny
Your Activities
At least 50% of the work rate will be dedicated to completing a doctoral thesis.
Up to 50% of the work rate will be devoted to supporting teaching and administrative tasks (German Section and Literary Translation Center).
Your Profile
University Master's degree in German studies (translation studies, literature, or comparative literature), or an equivalent qualification.
The degree must be obtained at the time of starting the position.
Willingness to develop a thesis in translation studies.
An excellent command of German and French is required.
Your Benefits
A pleasant working environment in a multicultural and diverse academic setting.
Opportunities for continuing education, a multitude of activities, and other benefits to discover.
More information at www.unil.ch/carrieres
For Further Information
Your Application File
Application deadline: November 20, 2025
Please send us via the online system, in PDF or Word format, a complete file containing: a cover letter, a Curriculum Vitae, copies of university diplomas, a list of completed research work, the electronic version of a scientific work (master's thesis, seminar paper, or other scientific publication), a brief presentation of the thesis project*.
Only applications submitted through this site will be considered.
Thank you for your understanding.
*This brief presentation of a thesis project (maximum 1 A4 page) is a statement of intent; it should not be confused with the "Thesis Project" (about ten pages) which will be written during the first year of the assistantship and submitted to the Dean's office upon formal registration for the doctorate.
Remarks
UNIL is committed to:
• Equality, diversity, and inclusion within its community;
• Ensuring an open, respectful, and supportive environment for personal development;
• Offering working conditions conducive to balancing different life spheres;
• Supporting the next generation of scientists.
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