Wissenschaftliche Assistenz / Oberassistenz – Biomedizinische Ethik — Universität Zürich

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Institute for Biomedical Ethics and Medical History

Job opening 01.01.2027, temporary

The Institute of Biomedical Ethics and Medical History (IBME) of the University of Zurich deals with the ethical, legal and social questions that arise in modern medicine and through new health technologies. Our research combines perspectives from medicine, ethics, law and health policy and contributes to critically accompanying and responsible current developments in medical research and care. The IBME is internationally recognized for its research and teaching and WHO Centre for Bioethics Collaboration. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a scientific assistant or senior assistant. The position is aimed at prospective doctoral students with a master’s degree as well as researchers who have recently completed their doctorate. The employment takes place in accordance with the previous scientific qualification and experience as an assistant or senior assistant. If the doctorate is completed during employment, a change to senior assistance can be examined taking into account the university regulations and the available means. We offer you the opportunity to participate in ongoing research projects, to help shape new projects and to further develop your own scientific interests. The position is thematically broad and includes possible research areas such as clinical ethics, public health ethics, empirical bioethics, research ethics and the ethical issues of digitalization in the healthcare sector. You will become part of an interdisciplinary team and work with researchers from medicine, law, life sciences, public health and social sciences.

Tasks

Your tasks (area of activity)

In particular, its tasks include

– They participate in current and new IBME research projects, including empirical data collection and evaluation. – They support teaching in biomedical ethics and related subjects, prepare teaching materials and supervise – depending on the qualification – students. – They support the preparation of third-party grant applications, project concepts, research reports and scientific publications. – They conduct qualitative and quantitative research, from surveys to interviews and focus groups to basic statistical analysis. – They contribute to scientific publications, conference papers, workshops and formats for policy dialogue and knowledge transfer. – They coordinate project activities, meetings and cooperation with partners from clinic, law, public health, life sciences and health policy. – They develop an independent scientific profile within the thematic orientation of the IBME.

Profile

We are looking for a committed and scientifically excellent qualified personality with the following profile: – A completed master’s degree or equivalent in medicine, bioethics, public health, health sciences, social sciences, psychology, epidemiology, data science, life sciences or a related field. – An advanced doctoral project, preferably in the second or third doctoral year or shortly before completion, or an already completed doctoral degree. For an employment as a senior assistant, we expect a completed or imminent doctorate and the ability to assume responsibility in research, teaching and project coordination. – A strong interest in biomedical ethics, public health ethics, empirical bioethics or related issues at the interface of medicine and society. – Experience with empirical research methods or the willingness to acquire appropriate knowledge. Competences in quantitative methods such as questionnaire development and statistics as well as experience with R, Stata, Python, SPSS or comparable software are particularly welcome. Knowledge of qualitative methods – such as interviews, focus groups and coding – and experience with MAXQDA or NVivo are beneficial. – Very good English skills in word and writing. Knowledge of German is a great advantage, especially for teaching and cooperation on site. – A careful, reliable and independent working method, a strong organisational talent and enjoyment of interdisciplinary cooperation.

We offer

Our employees benefit from diverse and attractive offers. Find out more at: https://www.uzh.ch/en/explore/work.html

We offer

Work-life compatibility

• Flexible working models (e.g. part-time work, mobile work, job sharing)
• Childcare at the kihz Foundation of UZH and ETH

More Learning and development

• Various further education offers from UZH and the Canton of Zurich
• Language Centre of UZH and ETH Zurich

Food

• Discounted meals in the canteens and cafeterias of UZH
• Lunch check card with food contribution from UZH

Health

• Special conditions at the Akademische Sportverband ASVZ
• Free Seasonal Flu Vaccinations
• Relaxation in the Relax Uniturm

Advantages

• Mobility: car sharing, car rental, parking
• Digitalization: devices, programs, mobile subscription

Conditions of employment

• Principles of UZH
• Public employment for most UZH employees

International Services

• Support offers for people from abroad

Locations

• Campus Zurich Center, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
• Locations Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

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Work on UZH

As the largest university in Switzerland, the University of Zurich offers a large number of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional profiles for learners, the university offers an inspiring working environment in cutting-edge research and education. Use your talent and skills with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More