Université de Fribourg
Fribourg
Scientific Collaborator 50 - 80% at the Research Promotion Service
- 14 November 2026
- 50 – 80%
- Permanent position
- Fribourg
Job summary
The University of Fribourg seeks a scientific collaborator (50-80%). This role offers a dynamic work environment with attractive conditions.
Tasks
- Analyze current ethical frameworks for human research at the university.
- Develop compliance frameworks and necessary guidelines for research.
- Design ethical evaluation processes, including training for ethics committees.
Skills
- Must hold a Master's degree or equivalent, preferably in social sciences.
- Experience in research ethics, especially involving humans, is ideal.
- Fluency in French and/or German with good knowledge of the other language.
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Vacant positions - Job offers at the University of Fribourg
Scientific Collaborator 50 - 80% at the Research Promotion Service
Field of activity
Within the framework of this position, for the development of research ethics governance, you will be required to undertake the following tasks:
Analyse the current situation at the University of Fribourg regarding the ethical oversight of research involving human beings, outside the scope of the Federal Act on Research involving Human Beings, and in related ethical areas (impact on society, the environment, critical collaborations, use of AI, etc.), taking into account regulatory requirements, expectations of research funding bodies and scientific publishers
Develop a compliance framework for research involving human beings, including the necessary regulations, guidelines and procedures
Design an ethical evaluation process for research projects, including the creation of one or more internal ethics committees as well as an ethics training system for members of these committees
Assess medium- and long-term needs in human resources and organisation within the central services and the faculties concerned
Ensure coordination with other persons and services responsible for regulatory requirements in research in order to harmonise the regulations and processes developed
We offer:
A varied and interesting activity within the scientific community and in direct contact with researchers
Attractive working conditions in a dynamic and stimulating environment
Fixed-term contract of one to two years maximum, depending on the agreed percentage
Requirements
Holder of a university degree (minimum Master’s level or equivalent qualification), preferably in the humanities and social sciences; a doctorate is an advantage
Ideally, professional experience in a position related to research ethics and scientific ethics, particularly in the field of research involving human beings
Proven ability to work independently and take initiative
Ease in communicating with the various institutional bodies that will be stakeholders in the development of the compliance framework
Strong personal motivation and flexibility
Social skills and ability to work in a team
Proficiency in French or German with good knowledge of the other language and English
Language requirements French and/or German
with good knowledge of the other language
Starting date: -15.02.2027 Enquiries:
Dr Katja Wirth or Julie Perriard
katja.wirth@unifr.ch or julie.perriard@unifr.ch
Application deadline:
15.12.2026
Submission address:
Via this link.
