Call for Applications for a Contract Lecturer Position in Economics and Market Design — USI – Università della Svizzera italiana
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
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Role overview
Posizione aperta presso Università della Svizzera italiana.
Dipartimento/Istituto: Faculty of Economics.
- Posizione aperta presso Università della Svizzera italiana.
- Dipartimento/Istituto: Faculty of Economics.
Application process
- Ruolo: Call for Applications for a Contract Lecturer Position in Economics and Market Design.
- Sede: Lugano, Svizzera (Canton Ticino).
- The Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) is a young and dynamic institution, continuously evolving and embracing new challenges, guided by its three core values: quality, openness, and responsibility.
- Active across a wide range of study and research areas, USI offers its students an engaging, interdisciplinary learning experience that encourages initiative, while providing its researchers and staff with a stimulating environment characterized by autonomy and freedom of initiative.
- The Faculty of Economics at USI stands out for its international and interdisciplinary approach, aimed at training economists who are well equipped to operate competently in a global context.
- Given that Lugano is the third largest financial centre in Switzerland, the Faculty places particular emphasis on teaching and research in finance, management, and economics more broadly.
- One of its key strengths is the close interaction between students and faculty members: the teaching system is designed to foster continuous engagement and individual attention.
- The bachelor’s program offers specializations in finance, quantitative methods, management, and political economy.
Contacts
- Loriano Mancini ([email protected]) Responsible for the Quantitative Methods area Prof.
- Raphael Parchet ([email protected]) Director of the Bachelor program in Economics Lugano, 23 March 2026
- Bando ufficiale disponibile in PDF.
Company and context
- Contract terms are governed by the University Statutes, available at: https://www.usi.ch/it/universita/organizzazione/documenti-ufficiali In order to promote greater female representation at all levels of the academic career, the Faculty of Economics particularly encourages applications from women.
- Preparation, organization, and grading of examinations;
- Student assistance and support. Teaching Load
- 56 total hours over the semester;
- The Fall semester 2026 begins on September 14 and ends on December 18;
- Examination sessions will take place in January and September 2027. Requirements
- Proven university-level teaching experience in the relevant field;
- Scientific publications in academic journals relevant to the discipline.
Additional details
- Course Profile The course “Economics and Marke Design” is worth 6 ECTS credits and aims to provide an introduction to the new field of algorithmic economics, with special emphasis on the analysis and design of auctions, matching markets, and networks. Delivery of teaching activities;
- Student assistance and support.
- Examination sessions will take place in January and September 2027.
- A complete curriculum vitae, including a list of publications and courses taught; A maximum of three publications; The names of two academic referees;
Notes and original content
- Course Profile The course “Economics and Marke Design” is worth 6 ECTS credits and aims to provide an introduction to the new field of algorithmic economics, with special emphasis on the analysis and design of auctions, matching markets, and networks.
- Delivery of teaching activities;
- Teaching Load
- Requirements
- The contract is annual and renewable.
- A complete curriculum vitae, including a list of publications and courses taught;
- A maximum of three publications;
- The names of two academic referees;
Questions about this listing
What salary does USI – Università della Svizzera italiana offer for this role?
USI – Università della Svizzera italiana lists CHF 49'500 - 75'000 gross per year for this position in Lugano. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does USI – Università della Svizzera italiana offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with USI – Università della Svizzera italiana during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status.
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