The Faculty of Science and Medicine of the University of Fribourg/Switzerland and the Department of Oncology, Microbiology and Immunology
invites applications for an open-rank position as
Professor in Microbiology (80-100%)
(Bacteriology/Virology/Parasitology/Mycology)
Qualified applicants must have an outstanding track record of research in the field of microbiology that is relevant for human health, human disease and medical sciences. The candidate will teach microbiology, with a (bio)medical focus at the Bachelor level to students of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and contribute to the Master program of the University.
The successful candidate, MD or PhD, will develop an internationally recognized competitive research program sustained by external funding. Relevant teaching experience at university level is expected.
The University of Fribourg offers excellent working conditions and a highly competitive salary and attractive core funding.
The University of Fribourg is bilingual, French and German. Courses are generally taught in French or German, with some master’s courses taught in English. Administrative languages are German and French. The ideal candidate is expected to speak French or/and German and English. Knowledge of the second language, French or German, (level B1 oral) is expected. If this is not the case, it must be acquired within two years of taking up the position.
Having signed the CoARA declaration, the University of Fribourg emphasizes qualitative assessment of academic achievement.
Seeking to promote an equitable representation of women and men, the University strongly encourages applications from women.
The closing date for applications is 31.01.2027.
Applications to be submitted viathe official University of Fribourg recruiting tool www.unifr.ch/scimed/en/faculty/positions.
