Peter V. Kunz

Research Associate position in Business Law at the University of Bern The Institute for Business Law (IWR) at the University of Bern is advertising a 50-100% temporary Research Associate position at the chair of Prof. Dr. Peter V. Kunz in Bern, Switzerland . The role combines teaching and research in Swiss, European, and international business law , with a particular focus on commercial law (including company law, financial market law, and group law ) as well as animal law . Responsibilities include contributing to publications, presentations, and public statements; preparing and participating in courses; preparing and marking written and oral examinations; and supervising seminar papers and master's theses, including preliminary marking. Applicants must hold a completed university law degree ( MLaw or bar admission ). The post also asks for a dedicated, team-oriented personality, an independent and meticulous working style, and excellent German language skills . The position starts on 1 January 2027 or by agreement. The announcement mentions the opportunity to write a dissertation within a regulatory framework. No explicit funding package, stipend, or tuition support is stated. Applications should be submitted electronically as a single PDF by 16 November 2026 to Prof. Dr. Peter V. Kunz at [email protected] . The job page also provides an application redirect link.