Introduction

The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a higher teaching and research institution composed of seven faculties where nearly 17,000 students and 5,000 collaborators, professors, and researchers work and study between the Dorigny campus and the CHUV, Epalinges and Sion sites. As an employer, it encourages excellence, recognition of individuals and responsibility.

Presentation

The Institute of Geography and Sustainability (IGD) is seeking a graduate assistant in physical geography (geocultural heritage) to join Prof. Emmanuel Reynard's research team.

IGD is an interdisciplinary community of about 130 academics that work in the fields of Geography and Sustainability. With 27 professors and lectures, and more than 80 Ph D students and Post-docs, the department offers a vibrant, stimulating environment for cutting-edge research. It hosts regular lecture series and distinguished guest researchers from around the world.

Job information

Starting date : 1st of January 2025
Contract length: 1 year, renewable 2 x 2 years, maximum 5 years
Activity rate : 80%
Workplace : University of Lausanne, Institute of Geography and Sustainability, UNIL-Sion Campus, Bramois, Switzerland

Your responsibilities

The candidate will conduct personal research leading to a doctorate in the field of geocultural heritage. The subject of the research should focus on concepts and methods for the characterisation and management of geocultural heritage, preferably in mountain areas. The research will be carried out within the IGD “Marges, environnement, pasysage” group and the UNIL's Interdisciplinary Centre for Mountain Research (CIRM).

The candidate will devote at least half of his/her time to his/her doctoral thesis and the rest as a graduate assistant to activities in support of Prof. Emmanuel Reynard's research and teaching in the field of geomorphology and mountain geography as well as service activities for the IGD

Your qualifications

The candidate must hold a Master's degree in geography, with a focus on physical geography. Good knowledge of geomatics and/or qualitative methods would be an asset.

Language skills in French (French is the language of instruction at UNIL and the main language of interaction within IGD) and English are expected.

What the position offers you

We offer a stimulating work environment and atmosphere, with dedicated support for developing an academic career. Members of our research groups become part of international networks and benefit from opportunities to attend conferences and workshops around the world.

We offer an excellent remuneration package and additional funds for fieldwork and conferences. Different training opportunities are available at UNIL or in Swiss institutions that promote doctoral research.

Your application

Deadline: 15th of November 2024

Please submit the following documents in PDF format only via the career website of the University of Lausanne:

• Letter of motivation;

• Full CV;

• A short proposal (2-3 pages) for doctoral research specifically linked to the job description;

• Scans of university degrees and course transcripts/marks;

• The Master thesis (and a research paper, if available).

Only applications through this website will be taken into account. We thank you for your understanding.

Contact for further information

Prof. Emmanuel Reynard (emmanuel.reynard@unil.ch)
Personal page of Emmanuel Reynard: http://igd.unil.ch/reynard
Interdisciplinary Centre for Mountain Research of UNIL: https://www.unil.ch/centre-montagne
Page of the Marges, environnement, paysage group: https://www.unil.ch/igd/fr/home/menuinst/recherche/marges-environnement-paysages.html

Additional information

UNIL is committed to equal opportunity and diversity: https://www.unil.ch/egalite/en/home.html
UNIL supports early career researchers: https://www.unil.ch/graduatecampus/en/home.html