Expert in university teaching for the Rectorate Support Office (80-100%)

To strengthen the rectorate support office and as part of a succession plan due to an upcoming retirement, we are seeking a dynamic and committed individual for the position of: 

Expert in university teaching for the Rectorate Support Office (80-100%)

Place of work: Brig
Start date: 1^st January 2027

In this position, you will be part of the rectorate support office at UniDistance Suisse, with a primary focus on teaching. You will provide support to the Teaching Vice-rectorate, particularly in the areas of quality assurance and the continuous development of teaching. You are interested in innovative and digital higher education and contribute actively to its development. As part of your responsibilities, you will serve as the point of contact for the faculties and internal services, thereby making an essential contribution to the visibility and development of teaching at UniDistance Suisse. In addition, you will participate in initiatives of the rectorate assigned to the rectorate support office.

• Responsibly developing the planning and decision-making frameworks for matters under the purview of the Teaching Vice-Rectorate and the Rectorate

• Supporting institutional changes as well as innovative teaching and learning formats in the field of education

• Leading strategic projects for the Teaching Vice-Rectorate and participating in internal and external projects related to education

• Participating in the development and updating of strategies, regulations, and processes focused on education

• Advising faculties on the development of new degree programs and the enhancement of existing ones

• Ensuring the internal and external visibility of teaching at UniDistance Suisse

• Maintaining and developing a network with corresponding departments at other universities

• Advanced university degree (at least a master’s degree), ideally in one of UniDistance Suisse’s areas of specialization

• Professional experience in an academic setting, preferably within an administrative department or in a similar liaison role, ideally in the field of teaching

• Interest in innovative university teaching, distance learning, and digital teaching and learning formats

• Experience in project management

• Analytical, conceptual, and writing skills

• Strong service orientation and excellent communication skills

• Proactive, independent, and solution-oriented work style

• Mother tongue German or French, with very good knowledge of the other language; very good command of spoken and written English. 

• Opportunities for professional growth: you will hold a position of responsibility in a dynamic environment that offers plenty of room to take initiative and advance your career.

• Attractive employment conditions: modern working conditions, generous social benefits and a wide range of continuing education opportunities. 

• A committed team: you will join a highly skilled and engaged team that embodies innovation, excellence, and a strong culture of collaboration.

• An inspiring working environment: our campus in Brig is located in immediate proximity to the historic old town, the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) station and attractive natural and mountain regions. It offers a high quality of life and a vibrant academic exchange.