Graduate Assistant in modern English Literature
Publication date:
07 March 2025Workload:
100%- Place of work:Lausanne
Job summary
Join UNIL, a top international institution fostering excellence and diversity. Enjoy a supportive work environment and various professional benefits.
Tasks
- Conduct doctoral research in modern English Literature for 50% of time.
- Teach a BA-level course in English Composition or Literature.
- Engage in departmental administration and contribute to academic life.
Skills
- Candidates need an MA in English Literature and a strong teaching interest.
- Proficiency in English and willingness to learn French.
- Ability to collaborate across disciplines.
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Introduction
UNIL 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.
Presentation
The Faculty of Arts of the University of Lausanne invites applications for a full-time assistantship in modern English Literature in the English Department.
Job information
Expected start date in position : 1st August 2025
Contract length : One-year contract, followed by two-year contract, renewable once only, for a total of five years maximum.
Activity rate : 100%
Workplace : Lausanne-Dorigny
Your responsibilities
- 50% min. doctoral research (PhD thesis)
- 50% max. teaching and administration
The appointee will be expected to
• Conduct research (50% time) and complete a PhD thesis in the field of modern English Literature
• Teach a first-year or BA-level course (2h/semester), under your supervisor’s direction, in English Composition and/or modern English Literature
• Participate in administrative tasks and contribute to the life of the English Department
Your qualifications
The candidate should have an excellent MA degree in English Literature.
A one-page doctoral project in the field of modern English literature should be submitted with the application. Preference may be given to projects in the fields of early modern English poetry OR Scottish literature (any genre/period).
It is essential that that the appointee has a keen interest in academic teaching.
Applicants should either already be proficient in French or willing to acquire French proficiency.
The ability to collaborate with other disciplines is an advantage.
What the position offers you
We 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 information
Please contact Prof. Kirsten Stirling (E-Mail schreiben).
Your application
Deadline for applications : 14th April 2025
Applications should include : a curriculum vitae (including the names of 2 referees), a cover letter, a copy of your most recent university degree(s) or diplomas, a one-page outline of your doctoral project*.
Please send your full application in pdf.
Only applications through this website will be taken into account.
We thank you for your understanding.
* This short project description is simply a declaration of intention and should not be confused with the longer and more formal “Projet de these” (c. 10 pages) which is written during the first year of the assistantship and submitted to the dean’s office as part of the formal PhD registration process.
Additional information
UNIL 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.
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