Assistant / Ph. D. Position (60-80%)

Job title:

Assistant / Ph. D. Position (60-80%)

Company

Université de Lausanne

Job description

IntroductionUNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 17,000 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. As an employer, UNIL encourages excellence, individual recognition and responsibility.PresentationAt the Institut de hautes études en administration publique (Swiss Graduate School of Public Administration) of the University of Lausanne an assistant/Ph.D. position (60-80%), commencing on February 1, 2025, or on a mutually agreed date.
The position is part of the Research Unit “Information Management” headed by Prof. Tobias Mettler. The candidates for this position are expected to conduct their Ph.D. thesis within the field of information systems, data studies, and/or information management in the public sector.Job informationExpected start date in position : 01.02.2025 / to be agreedContract length : 1 year, renewable 2 x 2 years, maximum 5 yearsActivity rate : 60-80%Workplace : University of Lausanne/IDHEAPYour responsibilities

• Perform research work for Ph.D. thesis (40%)
• Collaborate in administrative and consulting activities of the research unit (20%)

Your qualifications

• Applicants should have the equivalent of a master’s degree in Information Systems, Management, Public Administration or Computer Science (preferably with a minor in Management) and have the following skills :
• Excellent skills in data analysis, statistical methods and programming;
• Knowledge in theory and methods of management science;
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary research and writing of a PhD thesis;
• Innovative, reliable, independent, and persistent;
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is required. Proficiency in French and German is an asset.

What the position offers youWe offer a nice working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment. Opportunities for professional training, a lot of activities and other benefits to discover.Contact for further informationFurther information may be obtained from Prof. Tobias Mettler (tobias.mettler@unil.ch)Your applicationDeadline : 31.01.2025Please, send your full application in Word or PDF.
Only applications through this website will be taken into account.We thank you for your understanding.Additional informationUNIL is committed to:

• equality, diversity and inclusion within its community;
• ensuring an open and respectful environment that is conducive to personal development;
• offering working conditions that facilitate work-life balance;
• supporting early career researchers.

Expected salary

Location

Lausanne

Job date

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 04:48:41 GMT

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