Stellvertretende/r Kantonschemiker/in — Etat de Fribourg
- Location
- Givisiez
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 29 days ago
Full description
Appointing authority / administrative unit / institution
The Office for Food Safety and Veterinary Affairs (LSVW) has the task of protecting consumers by means of inspections and analyses against food and consumer objects which are hazardous to health and against deception in connection with food, and of ensuring the welfare and health of animals, both for themselves and for the benefit of humans.
Become part of our team!
Do you want to work for the Freiburg population and become part of a dedicated team composed of diverse and complementary personalities? Join us to pursue a fulfilling profession in a manageable office and at the same time benefit from the stability and resources of a large employer such as the State of Freiburg.
In addition to this interesting environment, you can expect attractive working conditions: a pleasant working environment, a canteen, ergonomic workplaces, the services of the state as an employer and further training opportunities. We also promote bilingualism through language courses in the partner language. For more information, please follow this link.
Their tasks
- As a deputy cantonal chemist and member of the LSVW management, you support the cantonal chemist in defining and implementing the Office’s strategy in the area of food and consumer goods control and represent him in his absence.
- As Head of Section Fin, you will lead the chemistry and biology laboratories and ensure the quality and conformity of services and analysis reports.
- They monitor the implementation of the LSVW quality management system and follow the indicators and objectives of the laboratories.
Desired profile
- Master’s or doctoral degree from a university, ETH or FH in chemistry, biochemistry, food or natural sciences, supplemented by a Swiss Federal Diploma for the leading official food control (or willing to obtain it) in the sense of the applicable Federal Ordinance (SR 817.042).
- Professional experience in an accredited examination laboratory (management and development), several years of recognised training and/or experience in management, ideally with experience in carrying out changes.
- High interest in the public service, good knowledge of its functioning and of the cantonal and federal structures.
- Adaptness in communication, planning and organization as well as in dealing with computer systems (especially LIMS).
- resilience, enforcement and crisis management capability.
- Careful, accurate and organized.
- Master the German or French language with very good knowledge of the other language.
Contact person
Julien Ducry, cantonal chemist, T +41 26 305 80 02 or Catherine Heimann, adjunct of the head of office, T +41 26 305 80 04
Questions about this listing
What salary does Etat de Fribourg offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Givisiez is CHF 68'500 - 104'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Etat de Fribourg. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Etat de Fribourg offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Etat de Fribourg during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Fribourg?
EU/EFTA citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Fribourg's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Fribourg's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Etat de Fribourg?
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