Assistant Professor in Gender and Sport Sociology

vor 1 Monat


Lausanne, Waadt, Schweiz Université de Lausanne - Faculté des SSP Vollzeit
Overview

The Université de Lausanne is a prominent international institution dedicated to teaching and research, boasting a workforce of over 5,000 and a student body of 17,000 across its campuses. As an esteemed employer, UNIL promotes excellence, individual recognition, and accountability.

Position Details

The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, along with the Institute of Sports Sciences (ISSUL), is seeking to enhance its academic team by recruiting a:

Assistant Professor at Tenure-Track or Associate Professor in Sociology of Gender and Sport

Contractual Information

Start Date: To be agreed upon

Contract Duration: Initial 2 years, with the possibility of two renewals. Following the fourth year, an evaluation will be conducted for tenure consideration at the associate professor level. Alternatively, a 6-year renewable contract is available.

Workload: 100%

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Teaching (45%)

Delivering six hours of instruction weekly throughout the academic year at both Bachelor's and Master's levels, along with supervising Master's theses and PhD dissertations.

Research (45%)

The appointee will engage in research focused on the sociology of gender and sport, collaborating with international sports organizations prevalent in the local context. They are expected to produce publications of international academic standards.

Collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Centre for Sports Research (CIR Sport) and the forthcoming Global Observatory for Gender Equality & Sport (UNESCO) is also anticipated.

Additionally, the candidate will seek external funding, particularly from the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF).

Administrative Duties (10%)

In line with statutory obligations and collegial principles, the appointee will undertake any administrative responsibilities assigned by the Institute, Faculty, University, or relevant decision-making bodies.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • PhD in social sciences, sport sciences, or a related field;
  • Experience in academic teaching within the sociology of gender and sport;
  • Demonstrated research accomplishments in the sociology of gender and sport;
  • Established connections with international research networks in the discipline;
  • Proven ability to secure external research funding;
  • Fluency in both French and English, with strong oral and written communication skills;
  • Capability to teach in French within a two-year timeframe.
Benefits

This position offers a pleasant working environment within a multicultural, diverse, and dynamic academic setting. Opportunities for professional development, numerous activities, and additional benefits await the successful candidate.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the online recruitment platform, including:

  • A cover letter;
  • A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including a complete list of publications;
  • Copies of diplomas and qualifications;
  • A selection of five relevant publications in PDF format.

Only applications submitted via the online system will be considered.

References: A maximum of three names with email addresses is sufficient. There is no need to contact them at this stage; we will reach out if necessary.

Commitment to Diversity

The Université de Lausanne is dedicated to promoting gender equality and diversity and strongly encourages applications from female candidates.

UNIL supports early career researchers and adheres to the recruitment process and conditions of employment for full or associate professors.



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