Graduate Assistant in Actuarial Science

Unil; Vaud; Hybrid; CHF 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

UNIL in Lausanne invites applications for two Graduate Assistants in Actuarial Science. The positions focus on completing doctoral studies (50%) and providing teaching, supervision and research support (50%). Expected start is Sept 1, 2027, with 1-year initial contract renewable up to 5 years overall.

80% activity, based in Lausanne Dorigny, supervised by Prof. Enkelejd Hashorva. The role requires MSc in Actuarial Science or equivalent, strong teamwork, and good English; French is an asset.

Qualifications

• Master of Science (MSc) in Actuarial Science or equivalent.
• Strong desire to write a theoretical thesis in actuarial science based on extreme value theory or random processes.
• Fluent in English; French is an asset.
• Ability to work in a team and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 50% of the time will be dedicated to completion of doctoral studies in actuarial science.
• 50% of the assistant's time will be dedicated to teaching, administrative (including exam supervision), technical and research support for the department.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

English

Education

Master of Science in Actuarial Science

Job description

Career Opportunities: Graduate Assistant in Actuarial Science (23011)

Requisition ID23011-Posted10/22/2026- Type of position (1) - Area of Activity (1) - Rate of Participation (1) - Faculty / Service (1) - Personnel Category (1)

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.

The Department of Actuarial Science of the Faculty of Business and Economics (HEC) is looking for two Graduate Assistants in Actuarial Science

Job information

Expected start date in position : September 1, 2027 or to be agreed

Contract length : 1 year, renewable 2 x 2 years, maximum 5 years

Activity rate : 80 %

Workplace : Lausanne Dorigny, Extranef building

Salary: Pay scales

Supervisor: Prof. Enkelejd Hashorva

Your responsibilities

50% of the time will be dedicated to completion of doctoral studies in actuarial science.

50% of the assistant's time will be dedicated to teaching, administrative (including exam supervision), technical and research support for the department.

Master of Science (MSc) in Actuarial Science or equivalent.

Strong desire to write a theoretical thesis in actuarial science based on extreme value theory or random processes.

Fluent in English, French an asset

Ability to work in a team and good communication skills.

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.

Please contact the Department of Actuarial Science (DSA): catherine.lombardvonlanthen[at]unil.ch

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.