Head of Research (80-100%)

The Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a world-leading institute in global health with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries. Associated with the University of Basel, Swiss TPH combines research, education and services at local, national and international level. Around 1000 staff and students from 96 nations work at Swiss TPH focusing on climate change, environment and health, infectious and non-communicable diseases, societal and cultural context, and health systems and policies.

We are seeking a collaborative and strategic leader to join our Executive Team as:

Head of Research (80-100%)

In this senior management role, you will guide and represent the newly formed Department of Research, uniting 400 employees, formed by a merger of 20-25 existing research groups. Your focus will be on shaping the department’s strategy and strengthening the interdepartmental collaboration of research groups, covering basic research into translational and implementation science, with limited own research activity possible.

You will interact closely with the General Research Council (all research group leaders) and the Senior Research Council of Swiss TPH (comprising structural full and associate professors as well as titular professors of the University of Basel within the department of Research) not only to support early-career group leaders and enhance research capacity, but also to promote knowledge exchange across all levels of the organization.

As a permanent member of the Swiss TPH Executive Team, you will contribute to executing the institute’s strategy and ensure alignment with Swiss TPH's mission, values and long-term goals.

How to apply:

Please submit your application online.

• CV
• Motivational letter including names and contact information (email or phone number) of 1 – 2 references
• Reference letters and diploma

Swiss TPH is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects differences across gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. We believe that diversity strengthens our work, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all.

Please note that we can only accept applications via our online recruiting tool. As long as the position is online on our company website, we are open to new applications. Applications via e-mail or external recruiter/agency will not be considered.

Join us in improving people’s health and well-being worldwide – we look forward to receiving your application.

Contact:

Sonja Bühler, Lead Recruiting Partner, +41 (0)61 284 8778.