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Doctoral Assistant Position in Statistics, Functional Data Analysis and Kernel Methods at the University of Geneva University of Geneva in Switzerland

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Paid doctoral assistant employment at 80% initially on a two-year contract, renewable for two successive periods of two years and one year respectively at 100%. Maximum duration is five years. Salary is class 08/04 to 08/12 at 100%, CHF 68,357 to CHF 81,246 gross annual salary, subject to a temporary blockage of progression.

Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

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Switzerland

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University of Geneva

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Keywords

Computer Science
Mathematics
Functional Analysis
Kernel Methods
Statistics

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About this position

The University of Geneva’s Global Studies Institute (GSI) is advertising a doctoral assistant position within the Bachelor of International Relations (BARI) program.

This opportunity is centered on statistics, mathematics, functional data analysis, kernel methods, and RKHS, with teaching duties in probability, statistics, and mathematics. The successful candidate will enroll in the doctoral program at the University of Geneva and devote 50% of their time to writing a thesis.

Responsibilities include publishing academic articles, assisting the professor in charge of a BARI course, supervising and marking exams, supporting students, and participating in scientific activities such as conferences, workshops, and doctoral seminars.

Eligibility highlights: a recognized Master’s degree by January 2027 in mathematics, statistics, theoretical machine learning, or an equivalent qualification; strong interest and competence in the field; and proficiency in both English and French (oral and written).

The position is a paid assistantship at 80% initially, with the possibility of renewal up to a maximum of five years. Salary information is provided in Swiss francs, and the role is based at the University of Geneva in Switzerland.

Application deadline: 25 September 2026. Apply online only and include a cover letter, CV, diplomas or expected completion date, transcripts, referee contacts, and optionally a master’s thesis.

Funding details

Paid doctoral assistant employment at 80% initially on a two-year contract, renewable for two successive periods of two years and one year respectively at 100%. Maximum duration is five years. Salary is class 08/04 to 08/12 at 100%, CHF 68,357 to CHF 81,246 gross annual salary, subject to a temporary blockage of progression.

What's required

Must hold by January 2027 a Master's degree recognized by the University of Geneva in mathematics, statistics, theoretical machine learning, or an equivalent qualification. The candidate should have competence and interest in the field, and be willing to write a doctoral thesis in statistics and another discipline at GSI or a thesis in statistics at GSEM, especially on functional data analysis and kernel methods (RKHS). Proficiency in English and French, both oral and written, is required.

How to apply

Apply exclusively online. Submit a cover letter, CV, copies of diplomas or expected completion date, transcripts for bachelor’s and master’s studies, contact details of two referees, and optionally a copy of the master's thesis. No paper applications are accepted.

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