Doctoral (Ph.D.) / Assistant Position in Comparative Politics 60 %
PhD @University of Zurich posted 2 days agoJob Description
The Department of Political Science at the University of Zurich invites applications for 1 doctoral (Ph.D.) / assistant position (Assistenz) in the research group of the Chair of Comparative Politics held by Prof. Daniele Caramani.
The IPZ offers excellent research conditions and a stimulating academic environment. Through its collabora-tions, research centres and exchange programmes, it is widely internationally connected. The IPZ is committed to promote young scholars in their career advancement and provides strong methodological support.
Your responsibilities
The tasks include:
- Writing a Ph.D. dissertation based on the candidate’s own research interests in the broad area of comparative politics.
- Teaching undergraduate seminars or introductory courses in English or German (app. 2 hours weekly in 2 semesters of 14 weeks), advising students, preparing and marking examinations, and occasional administrative tasks.
- Participation to the department’s activities and to the doctoral programme.
- Participation to summer schools, scholarly conferences and scientific networks.
Your profile
Information on your application
What we offer
- Integration in a leading department with highly motivated and engaged members.
- Possibility to independently develop a research agenda.
- Financial and academic support from the research group and department.
- Salary according to cantonal guidelines approx. 57’800 CHF per year (gross salary, 0.6 FTE).
Place of work
Zurich – Oerlikon
Start of employment
February 1, 2026
Applications by: October 31, 2025
Interviews: in the course of November, 2025
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for this position, please upload your application as one pdf-file, including motivation letter, CV, proof of academic performance and (if available) a writing sample (e.g., seminar / re-search paper).
