Etat du canton de Fribourg
Fribourg, CH
Coordinator of the Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences 50-60%
- 17 July 2026
- 50 – 60%
- Fribourg, CH
Job summary
Join the University of Fribourg as a Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences Coordinator. This role offers a collaborative environment with great benefits.
Tasks
- Coordinate and plan the Biomedical Sciences program effectively.
- Provide administrative and scientific support to the committee.
- Conduct student advisory sessions and information events.
Skills
- PhD in a scientific field, preferably biomedicine or biosciences.
- Strong understanding of competency-based approaches and evaluations.
- Fluent in German and/or French, with good English skills.
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About the job
Coordinator of the Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences
Fribourg, CH, Saane, CH
Employing Authority / Department / Institution
The University of Fribourg is a place of education, research, employer and event organiser all in one. Its innovative strength makes it an important engine for the economic and cultural life of the region. As a magnet for students and researchers from all over Switzerland and all parts of the world, the university has shaped the life of the bilingual city of Fribourg since its foundation in 1889.
The Bachelor programme in Biomedical Sciences (BMS) has been offered at the University of Fribourg since 2006. For the planning and coordination of the programme as well as for student advising, the Department of Medicine is looking for a programme coordinator.
The coordinator is integrated into the Med-Office of the department and is supported by its secretariat. He or she works under the responsibility of the chairperson of the BMS study commission.
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Complete applications with a motivation letter should be submitted via the link below. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Your tasks
- Coordination and planning of the Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences programme:
- Administrative and scientific support of the study commission
- Planning and organisation of the study programme with various internal and external partner organisations
- Ensuring documentation of the programme and communication between the various stakeholders
- Student advising:
- Conducting information events as well as individual consultations, including for prospective students
- Educational development and support:
- Advising and supporting those responsible for teaching units and lecturers
Desired profile
- Doctorate in a scientific field, preferably biomedicine or biosciences
- Educational training with teaching experience
- Good understanding of the competency-based approach and formative evaluations
- Experience in organising and planning university education
- Autonomous, rigorous and structured working style
- Ability to integrate into team work, with leadership and communication skills
- German and/or French with very good knowledge of the other language (bilingual working environment)
- English skills are required
Contact details
Helene Wigginton, helene.wigginton@unifr.ch
