Research Associate / Medical Information Specialist

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Start Date Date 07.01.2026 or by agreement
(2 year contract with the intention of making the position permanent)
Employment Relationship 50%, fixed-term 2 year contract
Institution / Workplace Universitätsbibliothek UB Bern
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Project Description

  • Independently planning, further developing, and delivery of compulsory and elective courses, as well as the creation of interactive e-tutorials on systematic literature searching and publication types (systematic and other reviews, clinical guidelines, etc.) for researchers and students.
  • One-on-one consultations for researchers and master students
  • Peer Review of Search Strategies
  • Methodological contribution to (systematic) review research projects (responsible for conducting systematic literature searches; authoring the methods section and performing internal peer review of co-authored publications)
  • Participation in and further development of the Evidence Synthesis Service at the Medical Library

What You Can Achieve

  • Support medical students in systematic literature searching and publication types
  • Collaborate with researchers and clinicians at the University Hospital, Inselspital, on (systematic) review projects
  • You will be part of a dedicated, internationally networked team where you will be able to contribute your ideas and experiences
  • Participate in innovative expansions and further development of medical library evidence synthesis services
  • Work in an open-minded, long-term oriented university library with a variety of interesting and challenging tasks

Your Profile

  • Completed university degree in medicine, natural sciences, or a related field (Master's degree required; research experience or PhD desirable or several years of professional experience as an information specialist in medicine)
  • Experience in conducting systematic literature searches in the context of evidence-based medicine
  • Strong didactic skills; experience with various teaching and training formats (in-person and online); Further training in higher education didactics is an advantage
  • Proficient with electronic media (databases, AI-based search tools)
  • Programming skills (knowledge of one or more programming languages python, R, SQL)
  • Flexible and adaptable to the changing conditions in (bio)medical research and offer support services accordingly
  • Demonstrates strong collaborative spirit and independent initiative
  • Excellent communication skills and strong customer orientation
  • Proficient in German and English language skills (fluent / negotiation-level)
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Your Benefits

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Healthy corporate culture and good working atmosphere
  • Team-oriented work
  • University sports

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Application and Contact

Please send your application including a Curriculum Vitae and motivation letter by March 12th, 2026 to:
direktionssekretariat.ub@unibe.ch

Questions about the position?

For more information on the position advertised, please contact:
Dr Michelle Schaffer,
Head of medical and science libraries
michelle.schaffer@unibe.ch
+41 31 684 49 47

Questions about the application?

direktionssekretariat.ub@unibe.ch

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