PhD Position in Architecture and Environmental Studies — USI – Università della Svizzera italiana
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- Mendrisio
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Role overview
Open position at Università della Svizzera italiana.
Department/Institute: Academy of Architecture – Institute of Urban and Landscape Studies (ISUP).
Role: PhD Position in Architecture and Environmental Studies.
- Open position at Università della Svizzera italiana.
- Department/Institute: Academy of Architecture – Institute of Urban and Landscape Studies (ISUP).
Application process
- The Application Applications must be in English and should contain: A letter of motivation;
- Brief research proposal (1,500–2,000 words) A detailed CV;
- As an institution that values diversity, USI particularly encourages applications from women and from all individuals from underrepresented groups.
- Mendrisio, 29.04.2026
- Official call available as PDF.
Contacts
- details for two academic references Applications should be sent to [email protected].
- The deadline is June 15th, 2026.
- For informal inquiries, contact Prof.
- Sascha Roesler at [email protected].
- USI strives to be an equal opportunity and family friendly employer and is further responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
- We guarantee that the selection process will give equal opportunities to female and male researchers.
Additional details
- Start of the PhD position: January 1, 2027;
- The Application Applications must be in English and should contain: A letter of motivation;
- Brief research proposal (1,500–2,000 words)
- Contact details for two academic references Applications should be sent to [email protected].
Notes and original content
- Duration: 5 years;
- The Application Applications must be in English and should contain:
- A letter of motivation;
- A detailed CV;
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 Mendrisio. 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?
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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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