Postdoctoral position in human metabolism and medical devices (Innosuisse-project), Endocrinology, USZ/UZH 80-100%
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Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Clinical Nutrition
Postdoctoral position in human metabolism and medical devices (Innosuisse-project), Endocrinology, USZ/UZH 80 - 100 %
Start of employment The preferred employment start date (Q3 2025) to be mutually agreed. Please submit your
application by 16 June 2025, temporary
The services offered by the Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Clinical Nutrition include the care of
outpatients and inpatients with diabetes mellitus, endocrine disorders, overweight / obesity and rare metabolic
diseases. Ongoing intensive research in all these areas is performed.
Your responsibilities
Your main task will be to design, organize and conduct clinical studies in the field of human nutrition and
metabolism. The goal of these clinical trials is to investigate different patients (e.g., patients with obesity and/or
diabetes) during different therapies / interventions (e.g., weight loss therapies, nutritional interventions) including
measurements with a newly developed breath sensor (developed by collaborators). This includes all tasks that are part
of conducting a clinical study: drafting and submitting ethics proposals, planning studies, supervising study
participants, collecting data and biosamples, analysing data and writing manuscripts with the aim of publication in
high-ranking journals and presentation at international conferences.
Your profile
- MD or PhD in Medicine, Biomedicine, Biology, or Health Sciences or related with excellent grades
- Fluent in German and English (strict requirement)
- Strong interest in clinical research & novel technologies
- Ability to work both independently and in a team with good communication skills
- High degree of initiative and reliability
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to communicate with empathy and clarity when interacting with
study participants.
- Strong planning and organisational skills, excellent oral and written communication and effective interprofessional
skills
- Strong analytical skills, sound statistical knowledge as well as computer application skills (MS Office, statistical
softwares, etc.)
- Emerging track record of high-quality research publications, conference papers
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and support undergraduate students
- Experience in preparing applications for competitive research funding (preferred)
Information on your application
Enquiries to be sent to Jantine Körting
What we offer
Our employees benefit from a wide range of attractive offers. More
What we offer
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
- Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
More Learning and Development
- Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
- Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
More Food
- Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
- Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
More Healthcare
- Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
- Free seasonal flu vaccinations
- Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
More Discounts
- Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
- Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
- Special conditions on hotel reservations
More Conditions of Employment
- Policies of the UZH
- Most UZH staff are employed according to public law
More International Services
- Support for people from outside Switzerland
More Campuses
- Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
- Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
More
Location
Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Clinical Nutrition
Rämistrasse 100, 8091 Zürich, Switzerland
Further information
Questions about the job
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University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent
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Please apply via our job portal www.jobs.uzh.ch.
Working at UZH
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject
areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the
University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent
and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More
Postdoctoral position in human metabolism and medical devices (Innosuisse-project), Endocrinology, USZ/UZH 80 - 100 %
Start of employment The preferred employment start date (Q3 2025) to be mutually agreed. Please submit your
application by 16 June 2025, temporary
The services offered by the Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Clinical Nutrition include the care of
outpatients and inpatients with diabetes mellitus, endocrine disorders, overweight / obesity and rare metabolic
diseases. Ongoing intensive research in all these areas is performed.
Your responsibilities
Your main task will be to design, organize and conduct clinical studies in the field of human nutrition and
metabolism. The goal of these clinical trials is to investigate different patients (e.g., patients with obesity and/or
diabetes) during different therapies / interventions (e.g., weight loss therapies, nutritional interventions) including
measurements with a newly developed breath sensor (developed by collaborators). This includes all tasks that are part
of conducting a clinical study: drafting and submitting ethics proposals, planning studies, supervising study
participants, collecting data and biosamples, analysing data and writing manuscripts with the aim of publication in
high-ranking journals and presentation at international conferences.
Your profile
- MD or PhD in Medicine, Biomedicine, Biology, or Health Sciences or related with excellent grades
- Fluent in German and English (strict requirement)
- Strong interest in clinical research & novel technologies
- Ability to work both independently and in a team with good communication skills
- High degree of initiative and reliability
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to communicate with empathy and clarity when interacting with
study participants.
- Strong planning and organisational skills, excellent oral and written communication and effective interprofessional
skills
- Strong analytical skills, sound statistical knowledge as well as computer application skills (MS Office, statistical
softwares, etc.)
- Emerging track record of high-quality research publications, conference papers
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and support undergraduate students
- Experience in preparing applications for competitive research funding (preferred)
Information on your application
Enquiries to be sent to Jantine Körting
What we offer
Our employees benefit from a wide range of attractive offers. More
What we offer
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
- Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
More Learning and Development
- Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
- Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
More Food
- Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
- Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
More Healthcare
- Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
- Free seasonal flu vaccinations
- Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
More Discounts
- Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
- Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
- Special conditions on hotel reservations
More Conditions of Employment
- Policies of the UZH
- Most UZH staff are employed according to public law
More International Services
- Support for people from outside Switzerland
More Campuses
- Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
- Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
More
Location
Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Clinical Nutrition
Rämistrasse 100, 8091 Zürich, Switzerland
Further information
Questions about the job
Jantine Körting Contact Form
Contact question to: Jantine Körting
Your Name *Your Mail Address *Your question *I accept the privacy policySend Thank you for your message. We will get
back to you shortly. Working at UZH
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject
areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the
University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent
and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
More → https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/explore/work.html
Please apply via our job portal www.jobs.uzh.ch.
Working at UZH
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject
areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the
University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent
and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More