Assistant-e doctorant-e au Département de droit pénal et au GSI

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This job ad was AI-translated from French. See original Job summary Hide Join the University of Geneva as an Assistant-e doctorant-e! This role offers a dynamic work environment with research opportunities. Tasks Assist in teaching and guiding students in criminal law. Support course material preparation and conduct research. Participate in departmental activities and exam supervision. Skills Master's degree in law from a Swiss university required. Strong interest in criminal law research essential. Basic proficiency in German is necessary. About the job PhD Assistant at the Department of Criminal Law and at the GSI Workplace Geneva - Lake Geneva region - SwitzerlandCategory Law Position Junior Researcher / PhD Position Published10 June 2026 Assistant Organisational unit Faculty of Law Section / Division Department of Criminal Law Function Assistant (A2) Function code A2 Maximum class 8 Body Assistant - Assistant Professor Activity rate 100% (50% Faculty of Law - 50% GSI) Workplace Uni Mail Application deadline 05-07-2026 Reference 6949 Attachment(s) NN_Cahier des charges_1.10.2026_.pdf (PDF , 141.56kb) NN_Cahier des charges_1.10.2026_GSI_.pdf (PDF , 160.15kb) Job description The Faculty of Law and the Global Studies Institute (GSI) are offering a 100% PhD assistant position (50%-50%) under the direction of Professor Bernhard Sträuli for his teaching of general criminal law, delivered in the 1st year of the Bachelor of Law and within the framework of the Bachelor in International Relations (BARI). The assistant will also be required to perform certain tasks related to other teachings, according to the needs of the department and the GSI. The job description includes supervising students, assisting with the preparation of course materials, assisting the teacher's research, invigilating and marking exams, participating in activities of the Department of Criminal Law and the GSI (conferences, seminars, etc.), and the assistant's own research. Title and required skills Candidates 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. Candidates must intend to write a doctoral thesis in criminal law or criminal procedure. Starting date 1 October 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 and Master) must be submitted exclusively online by clicking the button below "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 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 parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the underrepresented sex. Apply / Apply now Send / Send to a friend Apply online In your application, please refer to myScience.ch and referenceJobID69977.