Lecturer in Histology

Lecturer in Histology

Job Description

The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Geneva benefits from an enriching multicultural dynamic to which it contributes through its influence within the mandates it has set itself: Teaching, research and its partnership with the Geneva University Hospitals (HUG).

The ENSI teaching department of the Faculty of Medicine has the mission to create favourable conditions for high-quality training in the field of medical sciences, based on evidence-based pedagogy and using cutting-edge teaching methods.

To ensure teaching in histology, it is seeking a:

100% Lecturer

We are looking for a candidate with a specialist profile in histology who has proven teaching skills and original development of teaching methods, as well as a confirmed scientific profile.

In their area of specialisation, he/she is responsible for:

TEACHING AND STUDENT SUPERVISION

• Taking responsibility for teaching Histology in the Bachelor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences and Biology (Lectures, practicals, exams, tutor training)
• Being co-responsible for transversal courses in scientific communication and responsible for the human skills course (Biomedical Sciences)
• Delivering the Physiology of the Reproductive System course (1st year Medicine) / CBCL: tutor
• Creating scientific teaching materials, managing the faculty's virtual microscopy site
• Taking responsibility for the normal and pathological histology module for doctoral students
• Training teachers in pedagogical skills
• Being involved in curriculum development including pedagogical innovations
• Supervising Master’s students in Medicine or a monograph project in the Biology section
• Participating in teaching and possibly research in the field of teacher training.

RESEARCH

In Pedagogy and Histology, in collaboration with colleagues and other research groups:

• Influence of assessment format on learning basic medical sciences in the first year of human medicine and biomedical sciences at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Geneva
• Evaluation of the implementation of CBCL on student engagement in their learning
• Impact of a new histology teaching format on student participation in practicals and the development of diagnostic reasoning
• Functional histology of the clitoris

OTHER TASKS

• Management of the Faculty Histology Service platform: Management of staff (2 full-time laboratory technicians), equipment and budget. Development of services and fees. Scientific expertise.
• Co-coordination of the working group "Objectives and Format" for steering the reform of the Bachelor of Medicine.

Required Qualifications and Competences

• Doctorate in the field of biological sciences or medicine
• Master’s degree or equivalent from a higher education institution. A Privat Docent title will be preferred
• Experience in developing and managing training programmes in medical education, particularly in histology
• Curricular knowledge of medical and biomedical sciences education
• Teaching experience in medical education, especially in problem-based learning or similar formats
• Training in medical education
• Innovation and project development skills
• Beyond French, good knowledge of English and ability to write in scientific English
• Ability to unite, coordinate a team, organise and plan
• Team spirit, collegiality
• Publications and academic reputation considered an asset

Starting Date

1 February 2027, or by agreement

Contact

Please apply exclusively online by clicking the button below "postuler/ apply now".

Your application must include: a letter demonstrating your motivation, your curriculum vitae, copies of diplomas and certificates required for the position.

Additional Information

Indefinite duration DIP contract

The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating working environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and personality and actively contribute to the influence of an institution founded in 1559.

From a parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the underrepresented sex.