Lecturer in histology

• 07 October 2026
• 100%
• Indefinite duration
• Rue du Général-DUFOUR 24, 1204 Genève
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Join the Université de Genève as a Lecturer in histology. Benefit from a stimulating multicultural environment.

Tasks ##

• Teach histology to medical and biomedical science students.
• Develop innovative pedagogical methods and supervise students.
• Participate in research in pedagogy and histology.

Skills ##

• PhD in science, biology or medicine, with teaching experience.
• Skills in developing medical training programs.
• Capacity for innovation and team coordination.

Organizational entity

Faculté de médecine

Section / Division

Section de médecine clinique

Function

Lecturer

Function code

CC10

Maximum class

23

Body

Teaching staff

Activity rate

100%

Workplace

Faculté de médecine, CMU

Registration deadline

20-10-2026

Reference

7116

Job description ##

The Faculté de médecine of the Université de Genève benefits from an enriching multicultural dynamic to which it contributes through its influence within the framework of the mandates it has set for itself: teaching, research and its partnership with the Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève (HUG).

The ENSI teaching department of the Faculté de médecine has the mission to create favorable conditions for 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 looking for a:

Lecturer at 100%

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

In their field of specialization, he/she is in charge of:

TEACHING AND SUPERVISION OF STUDENTS

• Responsibility for teaching Histology in Bachelor of medicine, biomedical sciences and Biology (Courses, practical work, exams, training of tutors)
• Co-responsible for transversal courses in scientific communication and responsible for the human skills course (Biomedical sciences)
• Giving the Physiology of the reproductive system course (1st year Medicine) / CBCL: tutor
• Creating scientific pedagogical material, management of the faculty's virtual microscopy website
• Responsibility for the normal and pathological histology module for doctoral students
• Training teachers in pedagogical skills
• Involved in curricular development including pedagogical innovations
• Supervising students in Master of Medicine or a monograph work in the Biology section
• Participating in teaching and potentially in research in the field of professorial 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 Faculté de médecine at the Université de Genève
• Evaluation of the implementation of CBCL on student engagement in their learning
• Impact of a new histology teaching format on student participation in practical work and the development of diagnostic reasoning
• Functional histology of the clitoris

OTHER TASKS

• Management of the Faculty histology service platform: management of personnel (2 full-time laboratory technicians), equipment and budget. Development of services and rates. Scientific expertise.
• Co-coordination of the "Objectives and format" working group for the management of the Bachelor of medicine reform.

Required title and skills ##

• PhD in the field of science, biology or medicine
• Degree from a higher education institution at Master's level or degree deemed equivalent. A Privat Docent title will be preferred.
• Experience in the development and management of training programs in medical education, particularly in the field of histology
• Curricular knowledge of medical and biomedical science training
• Teaching experience in medical training, particularly in problem-based learning formats or similar formats
• Training in medical education
• Capacity for innovation and project development
• Beyond French, good knowledge of English and scientific English writing skills
• Ability to unite, coordinate a team, organize and plan
• Team spirit, collegiality
• Publications and academic influence considered an asset

Start date ##

1st February 2027, or to be agreed

Contact ##

We kindly ask you to apply exclusively online by clicking on the button below "postuler/ apply now".

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

Additional information ##

Indefinite duration DIP contract

L'Université de Genève offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating work environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills as well as your personality and actively contribute to the influence of an Institution founded in 1559.

From a parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the under-represented sex.