(MD-)PhD Position (Interface of Clinical and Experimental Neurology)

University Hospital Basel; Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Salary and social benefits

Relocation support

25 vacation days + 5 flexible days

Career development opportunities

Childcare options

Sport and fitness program

Zusammenfassung

University Hospital Basel invites applications for a fixed-term research position focused on translational neuroimmunology and stroke. The role blends clinical research with laboratory work to uncover immunological mechanisms after cerebral ischemia.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree and show strong interest in translational science, with experience in FACS or epigenetics and solid data-analysis skills. Excellent English is required; German is an asset.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in human medicine, neuroscience, biomedicine, or related field
• Strong interest in translational research in neuroimmunology and stroke
• Experience in laboratory work, particularly FACS and/or epigenetic methods is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of data analysis and statistics
• Excellent written and spoken English; German is an asset
• Ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

Aufgaben

• Actively contribute to translational research projects in neuroimmunology with a focus on stroke
• Combine clinical research with experimental lab work to study immunological mechanisms after cerebral ischemia
• Plan, conduct, and analyze experiments (including FACS and epigenetic methods)
• Analyze clinical and experimental data with interdisciplinary teams
• Contribute to scientific publications and presentations at international conferences
• Participate in teaching activities in neurology or biomedical sciences

Kenntnisse

FACS (flow cytometry)

Data analysis

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Statistics

Ausbildung

Master's degree in medicine, neuroscience, biomedicine or related field

Tools

Epigenetic methods

Jobbeschreibung

The University Hospital Basel plays a leading role in the (inter)national medical and research community. Our campus in the heart of Basel city represents innovative strength, development opportunities and interdisciplinary cooperation.

01.10.2026

Fixed-term for 3-4 years

What you will be doing

• Actively contribute to the development and implementation of translational research projects in neuroimmunology with a focus on stroke
• Combine clinical research with experimental laboratory work to investigate immunological mechanisms following cerebral ischemia
• Plan, conduct, and analyze experiments (including FACS analyses and epigenetic methods)
• Analyze clinical and experimental data in close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
• Contribute to scientific publications and presentations at international conferences
• Participate in teaching activities in neurology and/or biomedical sciences

Your profile

• Master's degree, preferably in human medicine, neuroscience, biomedicine, or a related field
• Strong interest in translational research in neuroimmunology and stroke
• Experience in laboratory work, particularly FACS (flow cytometry) and/or epigenetic methods, is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of data analysis and statistics
• Excellent written and spoken English; German is an asset
• Ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

Your benefits at the USB

• Attractive salary policy and exceptional social benefits
• Discounts for shopping, sport and recreation
• Support during relocation and apartment hunting
• 25 vacation days, plus 5 flexible free days
• Support in further training and education, plus career planning
• Campus in the heart of Basel and the tri-border region
• Comprehensive childcare options
• Free‑of‑charge sport and fitness program

We look forward to receiving your application

Viviana Di Nicola

HR Beraterin

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About The USB

There are many reasons to come work for us: Working at the USB primarily means being part of a dedicated team of over 7500 employees from around 90 nations. Our lively day‑to‑day lives are characterized by forward‑looking research, cutting‑edge medicine and the transfer of knowledge at the highest level. In addition, there is a modern organizational culture, interdisciplinarity, inspiring innovation and a wide range of training and professional development opportunities. Do you want shape the hospital of the future together with us? Then join us! #TeamUSB