Université de Fribourg
Fribourg
100% Graduate Assistant at the Bilingual Chair of Canon Law
- 03 October 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Fribourg
Job summary
Join the University of Fribourg for a unique role in canon law.
Tasks
- Assist in teaching and research at the Canon Law Chair.
- Support students in the Canon Law library and administrative tasks.
- Update the chair's website and prepare a thesis.
Skills
- Master’s degree in Theology or Theological Studies required.
- Strong organizational skills and computer proficiency needed.
- Fluent in French and German, with other languages appreciated.
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About the job
Particularity
For a fixed term, from 1 November 2026 – 31 August 2028
If you are interested, please send your cover letter with your CV before 26 November 2026 to
Prof. Astrid Kaptijn
University of Fribourg
MIS 5219/4115
Avenue de l’Europe, 20
1700 Fribourg
More detailed information can be provided by Prof. Astrid Kaptijn (astrid.kaptijn@unifr.ch) or by the current assistant, Mr Daniele Grisoni (daniele.grisoni@unifr.ch)
Field of activity
Assistance with operations, teaching and research at the Chair of Canon Law
Support for students, e.g. in the canon law library
Administrative work, including ordering books
Updating the Chair’s website
Preparation of a thesis to which you can devote half of your working time
Requirements
Master of Theology degree / Master in Theological Studies
Interest in questions of canon and ecclesiastical law
Good oral and written command of French
Sufficient knowledge for oral and written comprehension of German
Knowledge of English, Italian, Spanish and Latin is appreciated
Good organisational skills
Computer skills in word processing, preferably Excel and website updating
Good collaboration with other colleagues and with the Chair’s head
Language requirements
French and/or German
with good knowledge of the other language
Starting date:
- 01.11.2026 or date to be agreed
Information:
Prof. Astrid Kaptijn
astrid.kaptijn@unifr.ch)
Application deadline:
26.11.2026
Submission address:
