Research Assistant - Cardiology Department - 50%

02 October 2026
50%
Permanent position
Genève

Job summary

The Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève is a leading healthcare institution. Join us for a rewarding opportunity in a dynamic work environment.

Tasks

Collaborate on designing and conducting clinical studies.
Organize and plan clinical trials, including financial aspects.
Monitor study participants and assist in identifying candidates.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field; 2 years research experience.
Strong writing skills in French and English required.
Proficient with information tools; knowledge of HUG software a plus.

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About the job

Company Description

With more than 13,000 employees representing 160 professions, the Geneva University Hospitals are a reference institution at both national and international levels. To learn more about our institution, take a few minutes to view our 2025 retrospective by clicking here .

The position is attached to the Department of Medicine, which includes the medical specialty services and general internal medicine.

The Cardiology Department manages, in terms of diagnosis and non-surgical therapy, adult patients suffering from cardiac pathology. It performs endovascular interventions on cardiac and peripheral vessels, the myocardium, and valves.

Job Description

You will collaborate in the design and execution of various clinical studies, whether initiated by investigators or conducted in collaboration with industry.

You will participate in the organisation and planning of clinical studies, including their financial planning.

You will ensure the follow-up of study participants, contribute to the transcription of results, and participate in identifying new candidates who may be included in the studies.

You will also take part in clinical research activities.

Qualifications

You hold a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field or biology.

You have research experience (minimum 2 years) as well as familiarity with scientific and technical literature in the field. You have writing skills in French and English.

You have a good command of information tools; knowledge of HUG software would be an asset, particularly DPI.

You are a conscientious and committed person.

For non-French speakers, a C1 level in spoken and written French is required.

Additional Information

Start date: 01.11.2026
Number of positions: 1
Work rate: 50%
Job grade: 14
Contract: 4-month fixed-term contract (private law contract)
Application deadline: 15.10.2026
Contact for information: Prof. G. Ehret, georg.ehret@hug.ch

Your application file must include a letter demonstrating your motivation, your curriculum vitae, copies of diplomas and certificates required for the position, and the last 2 work certificates.

This announcement is addressed equally to women and men.

Wishing to engage in the fight against unemployment, the HUG encourage applications coming from the Cantonal Employment Office.

Only applications submitted via the recruitment platform will be considered. Paper and email applications will not be processed.