Head of the Student Health Service

Head of the Student Health Service

Job description

Under the aegis of the Rectorate and the responsibility of the STEPS Service management (Occupational health, environment, prevention and safety), the post holder is responsible for:

• Defining the student health policy and representing the UNIGE Student Health Service with internal and external University bodies (HUG, IHEID, HES, Associations, Institutions, etc.) for all health services.
• Managing the Healthy Campus projects, Psychological and medical Consultation services, Special Needs as well as Peer Support for Students.
• Managing the Student Health Service and leading the team.

Required qualifications and skills

Basic training and professional experience required:

• University education at Doctorate level in the health field
• Management training is an advantage
• 5 years’ experience in an equivalent position or in a managerial role within an institution
• Clinical practice in the health field is an advantage

Specific knowledge useful for the position:

• Good knowledge of the Geneva health network (HUG, associations, private practices, etc.)
• Knowledge of the university environment, faculties and services/divisions concerned with the health of the student community
• Team management and use of UNIGE IT tools

Starting date

1 January 2027 or to be agreed

Contact

Further information can be obtained from niels.dupont@unige.ch

Additional information

In order to respect the environment and optimise the processing time of your application, your file (curriculum vitae, cover letter, copies of diplomas and work certificates, list of publications) must be submitted exclusively online by clicking on the button below "Apply now".

Paper applications are not accepted.

This is a permanent contract on DIP.

The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating working environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and personality and actively contribute to the reputation of an institution founded in 1559.

From a parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the under-represented sex.