03Nov 2015
Position for PhD student, Lausanne, Switzerland
23:42 - By Hal Colebatch - employment
The University of Lausanne is seeking a new Ph.D. student (100%) in the framework of a new project funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNF): "When and why do governments integrate policy sectors ? A comparative analysis of eleven countries and four policy areas".
Applicants should be interested in comparative public policy and public administration, and have had some methodological training. They need to be motivated to do empirical research and work in a team. Candidates should hold a MA/MSc degree in political science, public administration or in a related social science discipline. In addition, candidates need to be fluent in English and French and/or German. The work location is at the University of Lausanne (Switzerland). The salary is determined according to the SNF pay scale (47'040-50'040 CHF/year, gross). The appointment is limited to three years. Starting date: March 1st, 2016.
Please submit your application as a single PDF document, including: a one-page letter outlining your motivation and research interests as well as a CV, a writing sample (e.g., a published article, a chapter from your MA/MSc thesis, a seminar paper), copies of all academic degrees, and the names of at least two persons we can contact for a reference. Please send your electronic application to: rhiephi.ssp@unil.ch.
For further information, you may contact Prof. Martino Maggetti (martino.maggetti@unil.ch).
Deadline for applications: December 1st, 2015.