Hochschule Luzern (HSLU)
Luzern
Research Associate 60%
- 14 August 2026
- 60%
- Permanent position
- Luzern
Job summary
Join the Hochschule Luzern team for research projects in health! Engage in a dynamic work environment with great opportunities.
Tasks
- Contribute to planning and executing practical research projects.
- Take on independent responsibilities in research initiatives.
- Assist in writing research reports and scientific publications.
Skills
- Master's degree in Social Work, Social Sciences, or Health Sciences.
- Strong knowledge of quantitative research methods and designs.
- Excellent written skills in German and English, French or Italian a plus.
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About the job
Your Tasks
- Collaboration in the conception, planning and implementation of practice-oriented research and development projects in the fields of health-related social work, prevention, health promotion and health sciences
- Independent assumption of responsibility and areas of tasks in research projects
- Participation in the preparation of research reports, scientific publications as well as other project-related reports
- Support in the administrative processing and documentation of research and service projects
Your Profile
- Master's degree in Social Work, Social Sciences or Health Sciences
- Very good knowledge of quantitative research methods and research designs, ideally complemented by experience in qualitative research methods
- Experience in topics of health-related social work
- Experience as a research associate or assistant is an advantage
- Affinity for writing scientific texts
- Structured, efficient and independent working style
- Confident German as well as very good English skills; knowledge of French or Italian is desirable
Our Offer
- Fixed-term employment for three years
- Participation in research projects
- Exciting and varied activity in an interdisciplinary environment at the interface of research and practice
- Collaboration with partners in science, practice and administration in Central Switzerland and beyond
- Attractive workplace in close proximity to Lucerne train station
Professional Information
Prof. Dr Pia Georgi-Tscherry
Deputy Institute Director ISP
Direct tel +41 41 367 48 99
pia.georgi-tscherry@hslu.ch
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