PhD candidate / research and teaching fellow (wissenschaftliche Assistenz) Japanese Studies

The position is designed to enable the successful candidate to develop her/his own research project (PhD project). Responsibilities include independent teaching at the Bachelor's and Master's levels (2 hours per semester), participation in administrative duties at the Chair, and the opportunity to contribute to the Chair's ongoing research projects.

The 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.

• Excellent MA in Japanese Studies or a social science discipline with a focus on Japan.

• Broad expertise on contemporary and modern Japan.

• Solid training in social science theories and methodologies.

• Very good command of Japanese and English.

• Good command of German is not a requirement, but an advantage.