Professor in Animal Ecology (90-100%)

The Faculty of Science and Medicine of the University of Fribourg (Switzerland) and the Department of Biology

invite applications for an open-rank position as

Professor in Animal Ecology (90-100%)

Qualified applicants must have an outstanding track record of fundamental research in animal ecology, using quantitative, state-of-the-art approaches with a strong field component.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, biotic interactions, community ecology, conservation biology, ecological modelling, and eco-evolutionary feedback loops. The successful candidate will develop an internationally recognized, competitive research program sustained by external funding.

Teaching experience at university level is expected. The candidate will teach at the Bachelor level and contribute to the Master program “Environmental Biology”.

The University of Fribourg is bilingual (French and German). Knowledge of the second language (oral level B1) is expected. If this requirement is not met, the candidate must acquire it within two years of taking up the position.

The University of Fribourg is a signatory to the DORA declaration and attaches great importance to a qualitative assessment of academic performance.

The University of Fribourg is an equal opportunity employer and strives towards gender balance and diversity at all levels.

The closing date for applications is March 31, 2026. More information at