Fribourg
Coordinator of the Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences 50 - 60% at the Department of Medicine
- 18 July 2026
- 50 – 60%
- Permanent position
- Fribourg
Job summary
Join the University of Fribourg as a Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences Coordinator. This role offers great opportunities in a dynamic academic environment.
Tasks
- Coordinate and plan the Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences program.
- Provide guidance and advice to students and faculty members.
- Ensure effective communication and documentation among stakeholders.
Skills
- PhD in natural sciences, preferably in biomedicine or life sciences.
- Strong organizational and planning skills for university education.
- Fluent in French and/or German, with good knowledge of the other language.
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About the job
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Coordinator of the Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences
50 - 60% at the Department of Medicine
Particularity
The Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences has been offered at the University of Fribourg since 2006. For the planning and coordination of the BMS programme, as well as for student advising, the Medicine section is looking for a coordinator.
The coordinator is integrated into the Med-Office of the Medicine section and is supported by the secretariat. He or she works under the responsibility of the chairperson of the Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences study commission.
Field of activity
Coordination and planning of the Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences programme:
Ensure the administrative and scientific follow-up of the BMS study commission
Plan and organise the study programme with the various internal and external partners
Ensure documentation and communication between the different actors of the programme
Student advising:
Conduct information sessions and provide individual advice, including to prospective students.
Advise and guide the heads of teaching units as well as the teachers.
Development and pedagogical support:
Requirements
Doctorate in a natural sciences field, preferably in biomedicine or life sciences
Pedagogical training and teaching experience
Good understanding of the competency-based approach and formative approaches
Experience in organising and planning university teaching
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 work)
Proficiency in English is required
Language requirements
French and/or German
with very good knowledge of the other language
Starting date:
- 01.10.2026
Information:
Helene Wigginton
helene.wigginton@unifr.ch
Application deadline:
31.08.2026
Submission address:
Through this link.
