Student Assistant in Family Sociology
Lausanne
Key information
- Publication date:27 August 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Lausanne
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 Institute of Social Sciences (ISS) of the University of Lausanne is offering a position for a
Student Assistant in Family Sociology
Job Information
Start date: October 1, 2025
Contract duration: 3 months
Work rate: 40% (non-renewable)
Workplace: Lausanne-Dorigny
Salary: According to the salary scale for student assistant positions.
Your Activities
100% of the work rate will be dedicated to supporting research tasks (research work not related to personal research and activities related to the life of the affiliated unit).
Your Profile
- Bachelor's degree in social sciences, or equivalent qualification
- Currently in the second year of a Master's degree (social sciences or related disciplines)
- Proficiency in written French and English
- Good knowledge of family sociology
- Experience with or interest in surveys and quantitative methods
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
For Further Information
Laura Bernardi – Full Professor
laura.bernardi@unil.ch
Your Application File
(1) Cover letter
(2) Academic CV with copies of university diplomas and transcripts
Only applications submitted through this site will be considered.
Please send your complete file in Word or PDF format.
Application deadline: September 9, 2025
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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