Université de Lausanne
Lausanne
12 hours ago
English Teacher (20-40%)
- 13 March 2026
- 20 – 40%
- Lausanne
Job summary
Join UNIL, a top international research institution with 5,000 staff.
Tasks
- Teach English to a diverse university community in-person.
- Develop new courses and adapt teaching materials as needed.
- Contribute to the language center's organization and activities.
Skills
- Advanced degree and experience in teaching English, ideally in higher education.
- Fluency in English (C2+) and good French skills (B2).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
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About the job
Introduction
A leading international teaching and research institution, UNIL has nearly 5,000 staff members and 17,000 students, distributed between the Dorigny campus and the CHUV and Epalinges sites. As an employer, it promotes excellence, recognition of individuals, and responsibility.
Presentation
To strengthen its Language Center, UNIL is looking for a person for the following position:
English Teacher (20-40%)
Job-related information
Start date: 01.09.2026
Permanent contract
Workplace: UNIL Dorigny
Your activities
Teaching intended and adapted to the university community (in person): focused on the communication needs of participants, development of specific skills, semester modules, intensive modules, tutoring; evaluation and monitoring of learners
Development and projects: design of new courses, adaptation and development of teaching materials, participation in the development of new learning methods, participation in projects
Contribution to the smooth running of the Center: organizational meetings, coordination among teachers, participation in institutional life
Your profile
To complete our team, we are looking for a person with the following profile:
- University education with several years of experience in teaching English, preferably in the higher education sector
- Excellent command of spoken and written English (L1 or C2+ level), good command of French (minimum B2)
- Experience in teaching business English (English for Business and Economics)
- Didactic training at master’s level if possible
- Good computer skills, strong ability to keep up with new technologies
- Excellent interpersonal skills (team spirit and collaboration), availability to manage various situations related to students, services, and Faculties
- Active participation in professional associations for language teaching and learning and publications in this field are an asset
- Initiative and innovation spirit, flexibility, stress resistance, planning and organization
Your benefits
A pleasant working environment in a multicultural and diverse academic setting.
Opportunities for continuing education, a multitude of activities, and other benefits to discover.
More information at unil.ch/travailler
For further information
Contact Sylvia Goetze Wake, Director of the Language Center
By phone +41 (0)21 692 2921 or by email Sylvia.GoetzeWake@unil.ch
Feel free to visit our website .
Your application file
Application deadline: April 17, 2026
We invite you to send us your complete application (cover letter in English, CV, diplomas, work certificates) in Word or PDF format.
Only applications submitted via this UNIL site will be considered.
Thank you for your understanding.
Job description
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Remarks
UNIL is committed to:
• Equality, diversity, and inclusion within its community;
• Ensuring an open, respectful environment conducive to personal development;
• Offering working conditions favorable to balancing different spheres of life.
