Epidemiologist Collaborator

Liebefeld (and home office) | 80-80% The contribution you can make <br /> • Epidemiological knowledge in the field of infectious diseases: carry out statistical analysis of data from various surveillance and reporting systems of the UFSP (statistical software R) and interpret them according to public health action cycles • Draw up epidemiological reports for various communication channels (UFSP website, presentations, conference contributions, journalists' questions, etc.) • Collaborate with national and international partners, such as national reference laboratories and universities, as well as organize events • Participate in tasks and projects shared with other sections of the UFSP as well as with other federal offices and cantonal services (e.g. organize workshops with cantonal medical services, define national strategies, update legal bases, develop guidelines for reporting, respond to political inquiries) <br /> What distinguishes you <br /> • University degree in medicine or natural sciences, with continuing education in epidemiology/biostatistics and/or master's degree in public health • Good knowledge of the analysis and representation of epidemiological data using the statistical software R • Initial or continuing education in the field of infectious diseases and/or microbiology, or proven and constant updates in at least one of these two areas • Analytical and conceptual thinking as well as good writing skills, preferably with knowledge of the processes of the Federal Administration • Good active knowledge of two official languages and English • Team spirit and communication skills, sense of responsibility, goal and result orientation, flexibility in difficult situations, stress resistance For more information, contact: Mirjam Mäusezahl, head of the Epidemiological Assessment section, tel. +41 58 463 87 06 or Parham Sendi, head of the Communicable Diseases division (parham.sendi@bag.admin.ch) <br /> In brief What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the well-being of the population. • Living diversity The implementation of equal opportunities allows us to express our skills to the best of our ability and to consider different perspectives. • Fit at the workplace We provide support and advice to our employees on the topic of physical and mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/it/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> Commitment to health With professionalism and commitment, we work nationally for the health of the population and for the proper functioning of the healthcare system in Switzerland. We also collaborate in international networks. Our work is a challenge that we can overcome thanks to mutual exchange. We are reliable, transparent, and respectful. If you are therefore looking for a rewarding job in a varied, dynamic, and attractive context, the UFSP is for you. Additional information Questions about the job Mirjam Mäusezahl +41 58 463 87 58 Questions about the application HR Service Center +41 58 469 17 32