Your various responsibilities include:

• Plan and implement a doctoral research project as well as the analysis, interpretation and publishing of research results
• Investigate the process and outcome of digital health technology interventions for the control of NCDs in two countries of West Africa
• Embed research activities within a HORIZON project built up by African and European partners

You should have the following experience and skills:

• Master degree level in epidemiology, public health, psychology or health service management, medicine or a similar field
• Knowledge on quantitative and qualitative research methods and/or knowledge translation approaches as well as control of NCDs and digital health interventions
• Fluency in written and spoken in French and English. French language skills are a must
• Able to work independently as well as in a team and pro-active, goal-oriented and collaborative work attitude
• Willingness to travel to West Africa and to stay on-site for data collection
• Besides an interest in applied implementation research, ideally the candidate has experience and a publication track-record on issues pertaining to digital health technology, NCD control and/or health systems strengthening

What we offer:

• Fully funded doctoral position for 3 years (salary according to SNSF regulations)
• Attractive employment conditions (fringe benefits, 25 holidays, generous bridge day regulation)
• Modern work and learning space in our new building “Belo Horizonte” with state-of-the-art laboratories, offices and seminar rooms and an own canteen
• Interdisciplinary, multicultural and stimulating work environment
• Swiss TPH is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity

Job conditions:

• Start Date: 1 July 2025 or upon agreement
• Duration: 3 years
• Percentage: 100%
• Location: Allschwil, Switzerland (located only minutes away from downtown Basel)
  
Travel required: Yes, with prolonged stay(s) in West-Africa

How to apply:

Please submit your application by 21 March.

• CV
• Motivational letter including your background and experience and the reasons why you are interested in this position, how your skills and why you are a strong candidate for this position
• Names and contact information (email or phone) of two references
  
• Reference letters and diploma

Together, we can make the world a healthier place. We look forward to receiving your application.

Please note that we can only accept applications via our online recruiting tool. As long as the position is online on our company website, we are open for new applications. Applications via email or external recruiter will not be considered.

Contact:

For further information, please contact Prof. Kaspar Wyss; Kaspar.wyss@swisstph.ch