Tasks

The doctoral researcher is expected to carry out research in collaboration with and adding to the international team and manage one sub-project relating to effective onboarding, integration, and retainment of international employees. The main goal of the position is to write the doctoral dissertation (Dr. admin. publ.). The empirical part of the project relates to a field experiment, using quantitative data and methods to investigate multiple research questions related to the international recruitment of healthcare professionals in Switzerland.

Requirements

• Master degree, or near completion, in public management, management, political science or related disciplines
• Skilled in quantitative (and qualitative) methods, and willingness to refine your methodological skills
• Knowledge of the Swiss health sector is an asset
• Passionate about learning and reliable, creative, take-charge personality
• Able to work autonomously and deliver results on time
• German skills are necessary
• Advanced English skills

We offer

• Excellent work conditions in a strategic center at the University of Bern and in midst of the city center of the Swiss capital Bern
• Multicultural and diverse work environment in a team spanning Swiss and international universities
• Access to national and international training programs and conference visits

Your application

Please send a motivation letter, CV, and a writing sample (e.g. master thesis) and your master's diploma in one pdf-file to Write an email. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

For more information, contact Prof. Dr. Adrian Ritz: Write an email.