Senior Assistantship in English Linguistics 90 %
Start of employment is 1 August 2025The English Department of the University of Zurich invites applications for a Senior Assistantship in the field of English Linguistics to start on 1 August 2025. This postdoctoral position is initially limited to three years, with the possibility of extension for a further three years. The position is open to candidates with a completed doctorate who are aiming for a habilitation (or second book, the formal qualification for a professorship in the Swiss academic system). We offer a position in an internationally renowned, committed and collegial research team, which will support you in your independent research. Workspace is provided at the department and the successful candidate will have access to lab space and equipment, linguistic corpora, library services and IT facilities. Furthermore, departmental funding will be available for guest lecture invitations and networking activities.
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Please submit your application with a curriculum vitae, copies of certificates (Matura, licentiate/Master's degree, possibly higher teaching degree, doctorate), the names and addresses of at least two references and a description of your research project as an integral PDF document by 31 March 2025.What we offer
- Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
- Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
Learning and Development
- Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
- Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
Food
- Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
- Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
Healthcare
- Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
- Free seasonal flu vaccinations
- Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
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- Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
- Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
- Special conditions on hotel reservations
Conditions of Employment
- Policies of the UZH
- Most UZH staff are employed according to public law
International Services
- Support for people from outside Switzerland
Campuses
- Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
- Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
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Prof. Dr. Olga TimofeevaThe University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
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