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Postdoc in Biomedical Ethics
- 28 March 2026
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Job summary
Join the University of Basel as a Postdoc in Biomedical Ethics! This role offers a collaborative research environment with diverse opportunities.
Tasks
- Contribute to research on ethical challenges in medicine.
- Supervise PhD candidates in their projects and research.
- Engage in teaching and grant funding activities at the institute.
Skills
- PhD in Bioethics, Philosophy, Law, or related fields required.
- Experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- Strong English writing skills for academic publications.
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About the job
Postdoc in Biomedical Ethics
Workplace Basel - North West Switzerland - Switzerland CategoryPhilosophy | Health
Position Senior Scientist / Postdoc
Published 27 March 2026 The Institute for Biomedical Ethics at the University of Basel (IBMB), Switzerland ( https://ibmb.unibas.ch/') ), is looking for an enthusiastic collaborator to join our team to study challenging ethical problems related to medicine and the life sciences.
Environment: The University of Basel is the oldest Swiss university with a long tradition in ethics and the humanities and is committed to diversity, equal opportunities and family-friendliness. It has a long-standing reputation in outstanding research and teaching. Its doctoral candidates come from many international countries providing a vibrant and rich community. More information about the University is available at the following website: https://www.unibas.ch/en/University/About-University.html') . The city of Basel is a global centre for biomedical research with major academic institutions and research departments of leading life science companies. Basel is a multicultural city and ranks among the best in terms of quality of life.
Application / Contact
Applications must be submitted in English and should include: A detailed CV, including an overview of study results (grades), the title of your PhD thesis, contact information of (at least) two (academic) referees; a motivation letter (maximum two pages, double-spaced, font 12). Applications should be submitted online by 20th April 2026.
For further information, please contact Dr. Eva De Clercq eva.declercq@ unibas.ch . We look forward to receipt of your complete online application.
www.unibas.ch')
Your position
- Contribute towards research projects on ethical issues related to biomedical ethics.
- Supervise PhD candidates in their research work.
- Strengthen empirical research in bioethics.
- Work towards publications on biomedical ethics/ethics and human rights.
- Engage in the academic life at the IBMB, including small-scale contributions to teaching, seeking funding opportunities as well as organizational work of the Institute.
Your profile
- A doctoral degree (PhD) in Bioethics, Philosophy, Law, Health Sciences, Social Sciences or other related fields.
- Experience in conducting both qualitative and quantitative research.
- Ability to write scholarly manuscripts in English.
- Enthusiasm, independence, responsibility, and an interest in an academic career.
- Criteria of excellence (honors, awards, excellent grades indicating that you are among the best 10% of your institutions’ researchers/ students at your level)
We offer you
- 1 year Postdoc position, extension can be discussed.
- Stimulating interdisciplinary job environment at the Institute for Biomedical Ethics, as part of a young and dynamic team.
- Opportunity to become involved in bids for further grant funding in areas related to bioethics/medical ethics/human rights.
Environment: The University of Basel is the oldest Swiss university with a long tradition in ethics and the humanities and is committed to diversity, equal opportunities and family-friendliness. It has a long-standing reputation in outstanding research and teaching. Its doctoral candidates come from many international countries providing a vibrant and rich community. More information about the University is available at the following website: https://www.unibas.ch/en/University/About-University.html') . The city of Basel is a global centre for biomedical research with major academic institutions and research departments of leading life science companies. Basel is a multicultural city and ranks among the best in terms of quality of life.
Application / Contact
Applications must be submitted in English and should include: A detailed CV, including an overview of study results (grades), the title of your PhD thesis, contact information of (at least) two (academic) referees; a motivation letter (maximum two pages, double-spaced, font 12). Applications should be submitted online by 20th April 2026.
For further information, please contact Dr. Eva De Clercq eva.declercq@ unibas.ch . We look forward to receipt of your complete online application.
www.unibas.ch')
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