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About the role
What they deliver
A lecturer plans, teaches, and evaluates learning in a clear, structured way. The work can cover university modules, executive education, professional training, or specialist guest sessions.
- Prepare lectures, seminars, and workshop content
- Adapt material to the audience and learning goals
- Lead live teaching, online sessions, or blended formats
- Create exercises, assessments, and feedback
- Align content with curriculum, policy, or client needs
Where they fit
Companies bring in freelance lecturers when they need subject expertise without a permanent hire. This often happens for short teaching blocks, peak academic periods, internal academies, launch training, or when a team needs a fresh outside view.
In Switzerland, this can suit universities, vocational schools, research-led organizations, and international companies that need English teaching as well as German or French delivery. A freelance lecturer can also step in for a specific course, module, or seminar series.
Core skills
Strong lecturers do more than present slides. They explain complex topics clearly, manage room dynamics, and keep attention on the learning goal.
- Deep subject knowledge in one field
- Clear public speaking and facilitation
- Course design and didactic structure
- Assessment and feedback methods
- Confidence with hybrid and online teaching tools
- Ability to adjust to academic, corporate, or public audiences
Common specialties
The right lecturer depends on the topic and format. Common freelance assignments include:
- Business, management, and leadership education
- Technology, data, and digital transformation training
- Healthcare, science, or engineering teaching
- Language, communication, and presentation skills
- Executive workshops and guest lectures
Some clients need a university lecturer for a module. Others look for an instructor or trainer who can teach practical content to employees. The title changes, but the need is the same: someone who can teach with authority and clarity.
Tools and methods
Lecturers often work with slide decks, reading lists, learning platforms, and assessment rubrics. For online or hybrid work, they may use video tools, shared whiteboards, quizzes, and recorded sessions.
Good lecturers keep the method simple. They use examples, discussion, case work, and short checks for understanding. Strong delivery is visible in how well participants follow the material and apply it afterwards.
What good looks like
A strong lecturer is prepared, precise, and responsive. They know how to explain the same idea in different ways without losing the core message.
They should be able to:
- design content for a defined audience
- keep a session focused and interactive
- handle questions without drifting off topic
- work with academic staff, HR, or subject leads
- deliver reliably on-site or remotely
When you need a lecturer in Switzerland, look for someone who understands the local audience, the language of delivery, and the context of the program. That is what makes the teaching relevant, not just polished.
Meet FRATCH Lecturers
Valérie Henzen
Consultant | Strategist | Experienced CMO
Last position:
Lecturer in Future Foresight at Hochschule für Wirtschaft
Frank Gassan
Program Manager | AI Strategist | Speaker | Author | Lecturer “Entrepreneurial AI” | Certified AI Consulting & Automation | PMP®
Last position:
Project Lead at Flamingo Med Solutions
- Led the founding of a startup for AI-based consulting products for dental practices.
- Developed and launched PraxisScore, a data-driven consulting product for economic analysis and corporate consulting of dental practices.
- Held full responsibility for technical implementation, AI integration, and structured startup setup from product idea to public launch at IDS 2025 in under three months.
Ursula Maria Mayer
Business Mentor
Last position:
Business Mentor at RoleModel Rebels
- Mentor female students and professionals in advancing their careers, particularly as aspiring tech entrepreneurs.
Rebekka Zorn
Video Lecturer - Experience Psychology
Last position:
UX Design Lecturer at cimdata Bildungsakademie GmbH
- Teach UX principles and methods
- Guide students in conducting user research and creating user-centered designs
- Provide hands-on exercises and real-world projects to build student portfolios
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices
- Course length: 4 weeks, class size: 12-20 students
Fabian Kostadinov
AI Transition Architect
Last position:
Lecturer at HWZ University of Applied Sciences
- Co-teach in CAS AI Management and CAS AI Innovation programs for future AI managers
- Cover topics including data platforms, AI architecture, technology adoption foundations, and factors influencing enterprise AI initiative success
Simon Flachsbart
Lecturer in AI and Innovation Management
Last position:
Lecturer in AI and Innovation Management at Berner Fachhochschule BFH
- Teaching courses in the areas of AI and innovation management
- Embedded in specific CAS programs and offering micro courses for students and non-students
Andreas Hetz
Technical Project Lead Telematics Systems, Electrical Engineer
Last position:
Technical Project Lead Telematics Systems, Electrical Engineer at DB InfraGo
- Setup of a comprehensive Shift Left DevOps architecture for end-to-end (E2E) system tests of 240+ applications
- Implementation of the Shift Left strategy for DevOps in the area of E2E system tests to ensure software quality at an early stage
- Development and maintenance of complex telematics solutions for real-time collection and analysis of vehicle data to systematically optimize fleet availability
- Focus on reverse engineering of existing systems, development of scalable dashboards, and integration and analysis of communication protocols (e.g. CAN, MQTT, REST)
- Design and operation of automated test systems, coordination of suppliers, and technical implementation based on functional and non-functional requirements at the interface between embedded development, data analysis, and system integration
Hrvoje Kurtović
Researcher, Investment Research Institute
Last position:
Researcher, Investment Research Institute at Pictet Group
- Designed and implemented AI-enhanced macro-factor models improving asset allocation decisions across multi-asset portfolios
- Developed machine learning-based FX trading strategies, integrating macroeconomic and sentiment data to identify profit opportunities
- Models adopted by the investment committee to guide equity and currency exposure
- Collaborated with portfolio managers to translate analytical output into actionable investment insights
Kevin Liehn
Interim E-Commerce SME Consultant – Special Accounts
Last position:
Interim E-Commerce SME Consultant – Special Accounts at LÖWENSTARK Online Marketing GmbH
- Support of strategic clients 7-8 digit revenue (FMCG, textile & household goods) for marketplaces such as Amazon, ebay, Otto Markets, Conrad, Kaufland
- Strategic consulting, expansion workshops & campaign management
- Management of interfaces & listing feed tools: Channable, Perpetua, Magnalister, Marketplace Connect, Mirakl
Benjamin Talin
Board Member
Last position:
Board Member at University of Digital Science (UDS Berlin)
- Advisor on topics of economic development, SME, digitization, technology and education in Europe incl. EU Commission, Middle East, Asia and North-Africa.
Axel Kleiner
Project Manager and Owner's Representative in Technical Trades for New Factory Buildings with ISO5 Cleanrooms
Last position:
Project Manager and Owner's Representative in Technical Trades at Carl Zeiss AG
- New factory buildings, ISO5 cleanroom
- Oberkochen
- Construction cost EUR 1.2 billion
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Lecturers statistics
Typical experience
20 years
Average project duration
3.3 years
Certifications per freelancer
4
Top business areas
Product Development, Research and Development, Strategy
Top industries
Education, Professional Services, Information Technology
Most common languages
German, English, French
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
80%
Doctorate
20%
Salary / Daily Rate Distribution
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Average rates for Lecturers & Seniority distribution
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Frequently Asked Questions
Curious about FRATCH? Find the answers you need
A lecturer plans and delivers teaching for a defined subject, audience, and format. That can include lectures, seminars, workshops, guest talks, course material, and assessments. In many projects, the work also includes adapting the content to the company, university, or training program.
A lecturer is often the better choice when the need is temporary, highly specialized, or tied to a specific course or program. It also makes sense when you need fast coverage for teaching gaps, a guest perspective, or extra capacity during busy periods. For one-off modules or limited teaching blocks, a freelancer is usually easier to deploy than a permanent hire.
A strong university lecturer needs subject expertise, clear explanation skills, and good structure. They should be comfortable with live delivery, discussion, feedback, and assessment. If the work is in a corporate setting, they also need to adapt quickly to business goals and mixed experience levels.
Yes, but the overlap is real. A lecturer usually works with more formal teaching, deeper theory, and structured learning outcomes, while a trainer may focus more on practical skills and immediate application. In hiring, the exact title matters less than the ability to teach the subject well and in the right format.
A good guest lecturer is judged by clarity, preparation, and relevance. Look at the structure of their content, how they handle questions, and whether they can explain complex ideas without losing the audience. If possible, review a sample session, teaching portfolio, or prior course outline.
Yes, many lecturers can deliver well online if the topic and audience fit the format. Remote sessions work best when the lecturer uses a clear agenda, keeps interaction high, and is comfortable with video teaching tools. For labs, workshops, or sensitive discussions, on-site teaching may still be the better option.
It depends on the audience and goal. A lecturer in a university setting usually needs strong academic grounding, while a corporate course may benefit more from hands-on industry experience. The best choice is the person who can teach the subject in the language and level your audience needs.
A lecturer working in Switzerland may teach in English, German, or French depending on the client and region. You can expect careful preparation, clear expectations, and a professional setting, especially in universities, business schools, and company academies. It helps to be flexible on format and ready to adapt your teaching style to the local audience.
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