Study Nurse Bern Mental Health Biobank — Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD)
- Location
- Bern
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 14 days ago
Full description
Teaching and Research Directorate
The University Psychiatric Center Bern (UPZ) offers the exciting opportunity to make an important contribution to the smooth operation of the Bern Mental Health Biobank (BMHB). The BMHB is a long-term research infrastructure that collects biological samples and health-related data from patients of the UPZ and healthy volunteers within the framework of the usual regulatory requirements and provides them for future research projects, which is of central importance for the research of mental illnesses and the development of new therapeutic approaches. As a study nurse, you work closely with patients, the clinical treatment team and the Biobank team and are responsible for carrying out various surveys as well as carefully processing and documenting the collected samples and data.
Their tasks
- They recruit patients and healthy subjects for the biobank
- They collect biological samples and carry out their proper processing, labelling, documentation and preparation for transport
- They coordinate the sample logistics and transport the biological samples to the biobank infrastructure in the Inselspital Bern
- They conduct structured clinical interviews and questionnaires, including cognitive tests, EEG examinations and voice recordings
- They collect and maintain the collected data in the Biobank database and ensure their completeness and quality.
- They work at various UPZ locations and work closely with the Biobank team as well as with the clinical and scientific staff.
- They support the continuous development of biobank processes and workflows
Your profile
- You have completed training as a nurse HF/FH, as a health specialist or health specialist (FaGe), as a medical practice assistant or as a medical practice assistant (MPA) or a comparable training in the nursing or medical assistance area recognised in Switzerland
- You preferably have experience in dealing with patients with mental illnesses
- Ideally, they have experience in conducting clinical examinations, such as EEG measurements and cognitive tests, or are motivated to familiarize themselves with these exciting tasks.
- You want to combine clinical practice and research and contribute to the further development of psychiatric research with your work
- You have strong organizational and communication skills and enjoy working in an interprofessional team
- They communicate fluently in German, both verbally and in writing, can communicate solidly in French and have a good knowledge of English
- They work carefully, independently and reliably and have a strong sense of responsibility in dealing with biological samples and sensitive health data.
The UPZ
The Universitäre Psychiatrische Zentrum Bern (UPZ) is the leading centre of excellence for psychiatry and psychotherapy in the capital region. It ensures psychiatric care in the Canton of Bern along the entire supply chain, from early diagnosis to outpatient, day-care and inpatient therapies to rehabilitation and forensics. With more than 30 locations, the UPZ offers a comprehensive supply network. In addition, the UPZ makes an important contribution in the areas of teaching, training and further education as well as research.
Your place of work
University Psychiatric Center Bern (UPZ) Bolligenstrasse 111, 3000 Bern 60
Questions about this listing
What salary does Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD) offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Bern is CHF 85'000 - 119'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD). 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 Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD) offer?
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Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Bern?
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 Bern's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Bern's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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