Scientific Collaborator - Build-up of the Core Service Implementation Science
Immediately or by agreement (40 - 100%)
The Department of Public Health (DPH) at the University of Basel is seeking, immediately or by agreement, a research associate to establish the newly founded Core Service for Implementation Science. The position can be filled individually at 80-100% or in job sharing with at least 40% per person. It is limited to 9 months. In the event of a positive project evaluation, there is the prospect of taking over the leadership of the Core Facility.
The DPH of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Basel aims to promote the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities, based on local, national, and global needs. Research groups within the DPH develop, implement, and evaluate practice-oriented interventions in interdisciplinary teams to provide independent scientific insights that maximize impact at all decision-making levels. With the goal of promoting scientific research that makes a difference (science to impact), the department also offers services, particularly in the areas of health economics and implementation science. These services are available to various units of the University of Basel as well as other institutions, especially through established academic-practice partnerships, such as with hospitals, long-term care facilitiies, and health authorities.
Your position
- You will develop the conceptual and organizational foundation for the new Core Service Implementation Science at the Department of Public Health.
- You will conduct a systematic context, needs, and stakeholder analysis, identifying opportunities, requirements, and existing resources within the department and beyond.
- Based on these analyses, you will develop the operational concept for the Core Service (mandate, services, teaching, processes, governance structure).
- You will establish the foundation for a network with internal (e.g., DSBG, DKF) and external (e.g., pharma/biotech/health policy BS/BL) partners.
- You will work closely with the department leadership and the DPH research group leaders.
Your profile
- PhD or equivalent qualification in Public Health, Nursing Science, Medicine, Psychology, or Health Sciences.
- Proven knowledge and research experience in Implementation Science, Translational Science, or Health Services Research.
- Sound methodological expertise in qualitative and quantitative analysis methods.
- Experience in project management, organizational development, or building scientific structures.
- Excellent communication and cooperation skills, combined with analytical thinking, conceptual strength, and initiative.
- Very good English skills and good working knowledge in German in spoken and written form are essential.
- Familiarity with the Swiss higher education landscape is an advantage.
We offer you
- An independent, diverse, and responsible role at the interface between research, strategy development, and scientific transfer.
- The opportunity to shape a new Core Service from the ground up.
- An inspiring, interdisciplinary work environment with ample opportunities for creative input.
- Support from experienced researchers, access to a broad university network, and opportunities for personal and scientific development.
- Option for home office by agreement.
We look forward to your complete online application (cover letter, CV, names of three references) by May 22, 2026.
For any questions, please contact Mirko Winkler (Mirko.Winkler@swisstph.ch) or Franziska Zúñiga (franziska.zuniga@unibas.ch).
