Eidgenössisches Institut für Geistiges Eigentum
Bern
Intellectual Property, Innovation and Public Health Advisor (m/f) - 100%, Immediate Start or Date to be Agreed
- 18 September 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Bern
Job summary
Join the International Business Relations service at IPI, representing Switzerland's interests in intellectual property. Engage in a dynamic work environment with opportunities in innovation and public health.
Tasks
- Represent IPI in Swiss foreign policy related to health.
- Negotiate and advocate for Switzerland's international interests.
- Raise awareness of intellectual property in research and public health.
Skills
- Master's in international relations, public health, or related field.
- Strong diplomatic skills and teamwork abilities.
- Fluent in French or German, with excellent English proficiency.
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About the job
The International Commercial Relations service of the Legal & International Affairs Division represents Switzerland's interests in the field of intellectual property at the international level. As an advisor in intellectual property, innovation and public health, you work at the intersection of these three areas.
Intellectual Property, Innovation and Public Health Advisor (m/f)
What awaits you with us
- Represent the IPI in work related to Swiss external health policy (PES)
- Conduct negotiations and defend Switzerland's interests internationally
- Raise awareness of the role of intellectual property in research, innovation and public health
- Develop positions and coordinate files within the IPI and with other federal offices
- Design and organise specialised projects and events
- Connect the IPI with all key stakeholders in the field at national and international levels
What makes you successful
- Master's degree in international relations, public health, political science, law or a related field
- Several years of professional experience and negotiation experience, preferably in an international context
- In-depth knowledge of international health law and, preferably, intellectual property law
- Diplomatic skill and a partnership spirit in collaboration with other federal offices and stakeholders
- Ability to explain complex issues simply and convincingly
- Native French or German speaker with good knowledge of the other language and excellent command of English
- Team spirit, autonomy, reliability and precision
Contact
Ms Carmen Brantschen
HR Partner
Phone +41 31 377 70 07
Email jobs@ipi.ch
