The Swiss Institute for Tropical and Public Health (SITPH) is a world-leading institute for global health, with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries. Affiliated with the University of Basel, the Swiss TPH combines research, education and services at local, national and international levels. 950 people from 95 countries work at the Swiss TPH and focus on infectious and non-communicable diseases, the environment, society and health, as well as health systems and interventions.
The Department of Epidemiology and Public Health (EPH), at the Swiss TPH, develops and applies epidemiological, statistical and mathematical methods to advance innovation, validation and application in public health. The Urban Public Health Unit, the University Clinic of Psychiatry and the Family Economics and Health Systems Research Unit at EPH are currently looking for:
PhD student in epidemiology with interests in health systems, migration and mental health (100%)
We are looking for a motivated PhD student to work on the crucial issue of access to healthcare for migrants in Europe. The doctoral studies will be part of two major ongoing studies. The student will have the opportunity to work with primary data from a national healthcare survey in Switzerland and a longitudinal cohort study on access to mental health care among refugees in Basel.
Your various responsibilities include:
Writing peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts
Presenting research results at local and international conferences and meetings
Coordination of research activities, including conducting a national survey in Switzerland and setting up a cohort study, developing data collection guidelines, training research staff, submitting IRB applications and managing data collection
Analysis of quantitative and qualitative data
You should have the following experience and skills:
Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, economics, social science or a related field
Experience in quantitative statistical analysis and data management – preferably in R or Stata
Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Additional language skills – especially German and Ukrainian – are not required, but would be helpful
Ability to work independently and as part of a research team.
Interest in health systems, migrant health and mental health
Interest in quantitative and qualitative research methods
What we offer:
A unique research opportunity to work with primary data from two recently launched studies on related topics: a nationally representative survey on access to healthcare in Switzerland, with a particular focus on migrants, and a cohort study on access to mental health care among refugees. in Basel.
Rigorous training in quantitative and qualitative research methods
Mentoring a multidisciplinary team of researchers
Meaningful work in an inclusive and collaborative environment
Working conditions:
Start date: April 1, 2024
Duration: 3 years
Percentage: 100%
Location: Allschwil, Switzerland
Travel required: Optional travel within Switzerland .
How to apply:
Please submit your application online.
CV
Motivational letter including names and contact information (email or phone number) of 3 references
Diploma(s) and transcripts with grades
Writing sample (published or unpublished)
Together, we can make the world a healthier place. We look forward to receiving your application.
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 for new applications. Applications via email or external recruiter will not be considered.
Contact:
For additional information about the position, please contact Dr. Irene Falgas-Bague (irene.falgas-bague@swisstph.ch) and Dr. Emma Clarke-Deelder (emma.clarke-deelder@swisstph.ch).
Apply now: https://recruitingapp-2698.umantis.com/Vacancies/1022/Description/2
