ECVN Neurology Residency Training Program in Bern — Universität Bern
- Location
- Bern
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 5 days ago
Role overview
UniBE is central.
You will be supervised and work daily with two neurologists, supported by European and American specialist clinicians in a wide range of disciplines, including anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine (general and nephrology), emergency and critical care, orthopedics, soft tissue surgery, dermatology, and ophthalmology.
Our hospital has excellent facilities of an advanced referral hospital, including 3-Tesla MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, and electrophysiology, plus advanced neurosurgery equipment for computer-assisted brain and spine surgery, video-endoscopy, microsurgery, and minimally invasive surgery.
- UniBE is central.
- You will be supervised and work daily with two neurologists, supported by European and American specialist clinicians in a wide range of disciplines, including anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine (general and nephrology), emergency and critical care, orthopedics, soft tissue surgery, dermatology, and ophthalmology.
- Clinical Time
- You will work under supervision with daily patient care, consultations, diagnostic procedures, and neurosurgeries.
- With us, you benefit from the central location and easy-to-reach sites. The Residency Position
Main responsibilities
- Clinical Time
- You will work under supervision with daily patient care, consultations, diagnostic procedures, and neurosurgeries.
- You will join weekly neurology journal and book clubs, as well as radiology, and neuropathology rounds.
- Clinical teaching of students and interns, as well as participation in emergency “out-of-hours” duty is expected. Off-Clinic Time
- You will have 4-5 months to complete the required ECVN credentials, including clinical rotations in related specialties, and your own residency research project.
- Participation in international congresses is also encouraged.
- You will also receive 6 weeks of holidays – an ideal time to enjoy beautiful Switzerland with breathtaking landscapes and multiple possibilities for sports and other recreational activities. Candidate Profile We seek a motivated veterinarian who: Holds a veterinary degree
- Has at least two years of general practice experience and/or has completed a rotating or specialty internship
- Is proficient in English, in German and French (basic knowledge of the third language is required, along with a commitment to further improve)
- Ideally, has had some exposure to neurology
What the company offers
- With us, you benefit from the central location and easy-to-reach sites. The Residency Position
Application process
- Application and Contact
- Applications should be sent as a single PDF file, containing:
- Curriculum Vitae, Motivation letter, three Reference Letters, Copies of relevant Diplomas Application Deadline: 22nd October 2026
- With us, you create value.
- For yourself and for society. About Us
- The Small Animal University Hospital of the Vetsuisse Faculty in Bern is a busy, multi-disciplinary, referral hospital in Switzerland.
- We are committed to providing high standards of patient care as well as postgraduate training (internships and residencies).
- Our hospital handles a diverse and interesting caseload, making it an excellent environment for both learning and teaching.
Additional details
- With us, you benefit from the central location and easy-to-reach sites. The Residency Position
- Clinical teaching of students and interns, as well as participation in emergency “out-of-hours” duty is expected.
- You will also receive 6 weeks of holidays – an ideal time to enjoy beautiful Switzerland with breathtaking landscapes and multiple possibilities for sports and other recreational activities. We seek a motivated veterinarian who: Holds a veterinary degree
- Is ready to join emergency duty coverage, teaching, and academic activities A structured ECVN neurology residency
- Access to advanced diagnostic and neurosurgical equipment A well-balanced mix of clinical and off-clinic time
- A supportive, international environment for clinical and academic development Team-oriented work
- Curriculum Vitae, Motivation letter, three Reference Letters, Copies of relevant Diplomas Application Deadline: 22nd October 2026
- For yourself and for society.
- A strong sense of teamwork adds a positive dynamic to daily clinical work. Application Process Individual support and guidance
- Collaborative environment and ambitious team Central location in the heart of Bern Working at the University of Bern
Notes and original content
- With us, you benefit from the central location and easy-to-reach sites.
- The Residency Position
- Responsibilities
- Off-Clinic Time
- You will also receive 6 weeks of holidays – an ideal time to enjoy beautiful Switzerland with breathtaking landscapes and multiple possibilities for sports and other recreational activities.
- Candidate Profile
- We seek a motivated veterinarian who:
- Holds a veterinary degree
- Is ready to join emergency duty coverage, teaching, and academic activities
- What We Offer
Questions about this listing
What salary does Universität Bern offer for this role?
Universität Bern lists CHF 85'000 - 119'000 gross per year for this position in Bern. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to 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 Universität Bern offer?
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