Etat du canton de Fribourg
Givisiez, CH
Cantonal Chemist 80-100%
- 22 July 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Givisiez, CH
Job summary
Join the cantonal chemist team in Givisiez, CH, for a rewarding career. Enjoy flexible working conditions and contribute to public policies for food safety.
Tasks
- Collaborate with the service head to develop food safety policies.
- Oversee tasks defined by legislation in food and hygiene sectors.
- Advise and support management in food safety expertise.
Skills
- Master's in chemistry, biochemistry, or related fields required.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills essential.
- Proactive problem-solving and result-oriented mindset needed.
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About the job
Cantonal Chemist
Givisiez, CH, Sarine, CH
Who are we?
The Food Safety and Veterinary Affairs Service (SAAV) is tasked with ensuring, through its inspections and analyses, that foodstuffs and everyday objects do not endanger consumers’ health or deceive them. It also ensures the welfare and health of animals for their own sake and for the benefit of humans.
Why join us?
We rely on the complementarity of skills and the variety of perspectives because it is the diversity of backgrounds and profiles that strengthens the State of Fribourg. We promote work-life balance and flexible working conditions. To learn more, follow this link .
Your missions
- As a Cantonal Chemist, you contribute with the Head of Service to the development and implementation of public policies related to food safety
- In your role, you are responsible for managing, executing and monitoring tasks defined by legislation in the field of foodstuffs and everyday objects, chemical products as well as hygiene of swimming pools and public beaches
- You coordinate and supervise foodstuffs and everyday objects control activities and participate in the recruitment of specialists in the field of food safety
- You guide and advise the Head of Service, the Directorate and the State Councillor within your area of expertise
Desired profile
- Holder of a university master’s degree, ETH or HES in chemistry, biochemistry, food sciences or natural sciences, ideally with a federal diploma in official food control management (DDCAl) as per the current federal ordinance
- Results-oriented, proactive and taking the necessary initiatives and decision proposals to successfully carry out your mission
- With good communication skills, you know how to work in a team and collaborate actively with your colleagues and contacts in a pragmatic manner
- Stress-resistant, you face a significant workload and irregular hours
- Knowledge of the Fribourg agri-food sector is a plus
- You master French or German and have excellent knowledge of the other language
Contact details
Manon Wicht, HR Manager manon.wicht@fr.ch T +41 26 305 22 13
