(MD-)PhD Position (Interface of Clinical and Experimental Neurology) 100%

(MD-)PhD Position (Interface of Clinical and Experimental Neurology) 100% #

Neurology ##

The University Hospital Basel plays a leading role in the (inter)national medical and research community. Our campus in the heart of Basel city represents innovative strength, development opportunities and interdisciplinary cooperation.

01.10.2026

Fixed-term for 3-4 years

Petersgraben 4, 4031 Basel

Those working at the University Hospital of Basel enjoy attractive working conditions and many benefits.

Your benefits at the USB ###

• Attractive salary policy and exceptional social benefits
• Discounts for shopping, sport and recreation
• Support during relocation and apartment hunting
• 25 vacation days, plus 5 flexible free days
• Support in further training and education, plus career planning
• Campus in the heart of Basel and the tri-border region
• Comprehensive childcare options
• Free-of-charge sport and fitness program

What you will be doing ###

• Actively contribute to the development and implementation of translational research projects in neuroimmunology with a focus on stroke
• Combine clinical research with experimental laboratory work to investigate immunological mechanisms following cerebral ischemia
• Plan, conduct, and analyze experiments (including FACS analyses and epigenetic methods)
• Analyze clinical and experimental data in close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
• Contribute to scientific publications and presentations at international conferences
• Participate in teaching activities in neurology and/or biomedical sciences

Your profile ###

• Master's degree, preferably in human medicine, neuroscience, biomedicine, or a related field
• Strong interest in translational research in neuroimmunology and stroke
• Experience in laboratory work, particularly FACS (flow cytometry) and/or epigenetic methods, is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of data analysis and statistics
• Excellent written and spoken English; German is an asset
• Ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team