Scientific Associate Section EU and Neighbouring States

About the job

Bern, Switzerland (and home office) | 80-100%

You can contribute to this role

• Shape Switzerland's relations with the European Union in the field of public health (including analysing health policy developments in the EU, preparing participation in high-level meetings, and targeted networking)
• Manage foreign and domestic political work related to the Switzerland-EU Health Agreement (including legal aspects)
• Represent health policy concerns related to existing bilateral agreements between Switzerland and the EU
• Handle political affairs related to Switzerland's relations with the EU in the health sector (Federal Council, Parliament)
• Represent the department's interests in other areas of responsibility (including Switzerland's relations with France in the field of public health, with corresponding contact in French, both spoken and written)

What makes you unique

• University degree, preferably in law or political science, and several years of professional experience in the federal administration and/or international environment
• Good knowledge of public administration and political processes in Switzerland
• Good knowledge of the EU and EU policy in the field of public health
• Good knowledge of Swiss policy in the field of public health
• Understanding of political contexts, strategic and interconnected thinking, good analytical and editorial skills, self-responsibility and teamwork
• Active knowledge of two official languages as well as very good English skills

In a nutshell

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the benefit of the population.
• Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunities, we develop our skills and bring in different perspectives.
• Healthy at work We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.

All benefits

Committed to health

We competently advocate for the health of the population and the health system in Switzerland at the national level. We also maintain international networks.
Our work is challenging, exciting, and we master it on an equal footing through mutual exchange. We are committed, open, and respectful. If you are looking for meaningful work in a diverse, lively, and attractive environment, the BAG is just the right place for you.

Additional information

Questions about the position

Rita Grünenfelder
+41 58 484 92 40

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