Scientific Collaborator in National Surveillance Systems (Interoperability and Health Data Standards)

Bern, Switzerland (and remote work) | 80-100%

What you can contribute

• develop digital systems for infectious disease surveillance by creating concepts and health data models
• define, implement and update health data standards and associated terminology (e.g. HL7 FHIR, SNOMED CT, LOINC)
• develop information models, data exchange formats and specific regulatory frameworks for national surveillance
• implement technical requirements in technical specifications, standards, system configurations and settings

What makes you unique

• master's or bachelor's degree with relevant professional experience in natural sciences, for example in biology, bioengineering, medical informatics or an equivalent discipline
• experience in one of the following areas: health data standards, interoperability, data modelling or digital transformation projects in the health system
• experience in public health, particularly related to infectious disease surveillance and control
• active knowledge of two official languages and, if possible, passive knowledge of the third

In a few words

Develop the foundations that will enable effective, standardised and sustainable exchange of health data to strengthen infectious disease surveillance!

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
• Diversity every day We ensure equal opportunities, which allow us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints.
• Workplace health We support and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

All benefits

Commitment to health

We are competently committed at the national level to the health of the population and the health system in Switzerland. We also collaborate within international networks. Our task is demanding, exciting; we accomplish it by relying on peer-to-peer exchanges. Our values? Commitment, open-mindedness and respect. If you are looking for meaningful work in diverse fields and in a dynamic and attractive environment, the FOPH is the place for you.

Additional information

Questions about the position

Katrin Schneider +41 58 484 46 13

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