Introduction
The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a higher teaching and research institution composed of seven faculties where nearly 15,000 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) seeks to fill a position of Graduate Assistant in Geography (water management) in the research group of Prof. Emmanuel Reynard.
The IGD is an interdisciplinary community of about 130 academics that work in the fields of Geography and Sustainability. With 27 professors and lecturers, and more than 60PhD students and Postdocs, 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 : 01.09.2023
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 undertake personal research for a PhD in the field of geography. The topic of the research will be the question of functional spaces (water use basins) applied to integrated water resources management (IWRM). The research will be conducted within the framework of the project “Multipurpose Alpine hydroelectric infrastructures”, as well as the Interdisciplinary Centre for Mountain Research (CIRM) of UNIL. A description of the context of the research on the multipurpose use of Alpine dams is available from Prof. Emmanuel Reynard (emmanuel.reynard@unil.ch).
The candidate will devote at least half of his/her time to his/her doctoral thesis and the rest to support the research and teaching activities of Prof. Emmanuel Reynard in the field of water management and mountain geography and to support IGD’s activities as a graduate assistant.
Your qualifications
The candidate must have a Master degree in geosciences (geography, environmental sciences) or social sciences. 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. German would be an asset.
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: 15.06.2023 (interviews are expected on 28.06.2023).
Please submit the following documents in PDF format only via the career website of the University of Lausanne:
– Letter of motivation;
– Full CV;
– Short proposal (2-3 pages) for doctoral research specifically linked to the job description: PhD in Geography on functional spaces (water use basins) applied to integrated water resources management (IWRM);
– Scans of university degrees and course transcripts/marks;
– 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
Additional information
UNIL is committed to equal opportunities and diversity: www.unil.ch/egalite
UNIL supports early career researchers: www.unil.ch/graduatecampus
