Lecturer for the module “Startups & Entrepreneurship, 10 ECTS” (18%) – FernUni Switzerland

Summary

FernUni Switzerland seeks a lecturer for the 10‑ECTS module "Startups & Entrepreneurship" (18% employment extent). The role involves scientific responsibility, online teaching material preparation, conducting five online courses each spring semester, grading, student support, and supervising bachelor theses (separately remunerated). Candidates must hold a habilitation or equivalent in economics, have university‑level lecturing experience, active research in the module area, digital tool proficiency, and very good German skills. The position is teleworking, based in Brig, Switzerland, with an application deadline of 31 October 2026. Applications are to be submitted as a PDF via email to the Human Resources address provided.

Key Facts

Department	Faculty of Economics
Position Type	Lecturer
Discipline	Economics
Research Area	Startups & Entrepreneurship
Degree Required	Habilitation or equivalent qualification in economics
Experience	Experience as a lecturer at university level in the field of the module
Language	German
Deadline	2026-10-31
Required Documents	Complete application PDF
Employer Address	FernUni Schweiz Schinerstrasse 18 3900 Brig, Switzerland
Employer Contact	[email protected]

Key Responsibilities

• Scientific responsibility and management of the module
• Provision of online teaching materials
• Conducting and leading the five online courses
• Preparation and correction of performance records and the end‑of‑semester examination
• Support and guidance for students during the semester
• Supervision of bachelor’s theses in the subject area of the module (separate remuneration)

Required Skills

• Experience as a lecturer at university level in the field of the module
• Habilitation or equivalent qualification in economics
• Active research activity in the area of the module
• Experience in using digital tools
• Independent, adaptable, and friendly work style with reliable interaction with students
• Very good German skills

Who Should Apply

Applicants with a habilitation or equivalent qualification in economics, proven university‑level lecturing experience in the module’s field, active research activity, digital teaching skills, and very good German language proficiency.

Benefits

• Participation in an attractive study program in economics
• Modern educational approach in an innovative academic environment
• Comprehensive training in online and distance learning and administrative support
• Support from a teaching assistant for exercises and student performance evaluation
• Modern and dynamic working environment
• Collaboration in a motivated team

About the Employer

FernUni Switzerland, located in Brig, is a Swiss distance‑learning university accredited under the Higher Education Funding and Coordination Act. For over 30 years it offers bachelor’s, master’s, continuing education, and doctoral programmes in various fields, serving more than 2,700 students with around 550 staff members, many of whom are active in teaching and research.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the employment extent?

The position is 18% of a full‑time workload.

When does the module take place?

Each spring semester, from the beginning of February to the end of July.

What language is the instruction delivered in?

German is the language of instruction.

Where is the work location?

The role is teleworking; the employer address is in Brig, Switzerland.