PhD Assistant - Activity rate: 75% - 100%

The Information Management Institute, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Neuchâtel, invites applications for a PhD Assistant open position, with an activity rate of 75% to 100%. 

Location: Neuchâtel

Starting date: August 1st 2026, or by agreement 

Duration: Maximum 4 years, with annual renewal 

Salary: According to University regulations 

Academic qualifications

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in one of the following fields: Computer Science, Information Systems, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, or an equivalent qualification.

Job description

Teaching: The successful candidate will contribute to labs and seminars for courses offered by the Institute, particularly in computer science and mathematics. Duties will also include student support and participation in exam preparation.

Research: The successful candidate is expected to undertake a PhD thesis in one of the Institute’s fields of competence, such as data science, data mining, machine learning, knowledge representation, ontologies, or information systems.

Profile

Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate a proven interest in research, strong analytical skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, good scientific writing skills, and a good command of both French and English. Knowledge of French is compulsory.

Working environment

The Institute offers an excellent working environment. As a medium-sized university, with approximately 4,500 students representing more than 100 nationalities, the University of Neuchâtel facilitates close interaction between students and teaching staff.

Application File

The application file, submitted as a ZIP archive, should contain a detailed curriculum vitae, a statement of interest, copies of diplomas accompanied by transcripts of grades, and, if available, one letter of recommendation. A PhD research proposal, an excerpt from the Master’s thesis, or a representative scientific publication would be strongly appreciated.

Applications should be sent by email to [email protected] by June 10, 2026, with the subject line: IMI PhD position 2026.

Further information can be obtained by visiting the institute’s website.

The University of Neuchâtel is actively committed to equality, diversity, and non-discriminatory working conditions.