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University of Fribourg
Fribourg, Switzerland
Lecturer in Educational Sciences in University of Fribourg – Switzerland
Job Type
Lecturer
Field
Education
Location
Fribourg, Switzerland
Published
Oct 8, 2026
Deadline
October 21, 2026
Summary
The University of Fribourg seeks a part‑time Lecturer in Educational Sciences for its Primary Education Teaching Centre (CEDP). The role involves teaching courses on professional identity, communication and educational sciences, supervising students training to become primary school teachers, collaborating within the primary teacher education programme, supervising Bachelor theses and guiding students during professional practice. Candidates must hold a master’s degree in educational sciences or a related field, possess a primary school teaching diploma, have excellent knowledge of primary teaching in French‑speaking Switzerland, and demonstrate research skills in educational sciences. Fluency in French is required, with optional German proficiency. The position starts on 1 November 2026, with an application deadline of 21 October 2026.
Key Facts
| Department | Department of Teacher Education, Primary Education Teaching Centre, CEDP |
| Position Type | Part-time |
| Discipline | Educational Sciences |
| Research Area | Primary Teacher Education |
| Degree Required | Master's degree in educational sciences or a related field |
| Language | French, with knowledge of the other language (German). |
| Deadline | 2026-10-21 |
| Employer Contact | Dr Zakaria Serir ([email protected], +41 26 300 69 52) |
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching in the area of professional identity, communication, and educational sciences
- Supervision of students training to become primary school teachers
- Collaboration within the primary teacher education programme
- Supervision of Bachelor’s theses
- Guidance of students during their professional practice training
Required Skills
- Excellent knowledge of primary school teaching in French‑speaking Switzerland
- Proven skills in research approaches in educational sciences
- Excellent command of French
- Passive knowledge of German (optional)
- Primary school teaching diploma
Who Should Apply
Applicants with a master’s degree in educational sciences or a related discipline, a primary school teaching diploma, strong knowledge of primary education in French‑speaking Switzerland, proven research skills in educational sciences, and excellent French language abilities (German optional) should apply.
About the Employer
The Primary Education Teaching Centre (CEDP) is part of the Department of Teacher Education at the University of Fribourg. Its mission is to train primary school teachers and to provide services in continuing education, research, and development.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the employment type?
Part‑time (50%).
When does the position start?
November 1, 2026.
What languages are required?
French, with knowledge of German.
Apply by Email →
Applications go directly to [email protected]