Located on a modern campus in Brig, UniDistance Suisse is an accredited university institute in accordance with the Swiss Higher Education Act (HEdA), which been offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees programmes and continuing education and training programmes in the faculties of Law, Psychology, Mathematics and Computer Science, Economics and History for over 30 years. These programmes meet highest quality standards and can be attended in parallel with family life, professional or sporting career, in a flexible distance learning model. The university institute is aiming for accreditation as a «University of Valais» in 2027, marking a historic milestone.

With nearly 2,400 students and 500 employees of whom more than 450 are involved in teaching and research activities, UniDistance Suisse has a strong academic community. We are consistently committed to diversity, equality and inclusion to create an inspiring and supportive working environment for all.

To strengthen and further develop our scientific research activities, UniDistance Suisse is looking for a committed personality as Head of Grants Office (80-100%)

The open position is part of the Rectorate’s Office and reports to the Vice-Rector for Research. As the central point of contact for all matters relating to the acquisition of third-party funding, you will help researchers at all career stages to find suitable funding opportunities, advise them on the application process and support them in the administration of ongoing grants. Together with the Office of the Vice-Rector for Research, you will use your knowledge of funding policy, evaluation and valorisation of research to help create framework conditions that strengthen excellence and visibility for our institution.