Assistant Psychologist
- 03 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Temporary
- German (Fluent)
About the job
The Psychiatric University Hospital Zurich (PUK) is one of the leading psychiatric clinics in Switzerland. With over 2,500 employees, we are committed daily to the holistic treatment and care of people with mental illnesses. As a university hospital, we combine clinical expertise with research and teaching – in a working environment characterised by interdisciplinary collaboration, trust, and personal responsibility.
For our Centre for Inpatient Forensic Therapy in Rheinau, we are looking to fill immediately or by arrangement, on a fixed-term basis for 12 months, a
Assistant Psychologist
80-100%
Your Tasks
- Case-leading responsibility for the implementation of court-ordered inpatient measures
- Professional offence-preventive, forensic treatments in individual and group settings
- Legal prognostic assessments (risk assessment) in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
- Psychodiagnostic examinations
- Professional and timely reporting, documentation, and correspondence
- Conducting group therapies
Your Profile
- Completed psychology degree with a focus on adult psychopathology (Master’s or equivalent)
- At least 1 year of professional experience post-Master’s degree, clinical-forensic experience advantageous
- Ongoing psychotherapeutic additional training
- Team-oriented, interprofessional action and good communication skills
- Analytical thinking as well as empathy and assertiveness
- Interest in forensic issues and modern forensic treatment principles
Our Offer
- Development with perspective: Diverse career paths in one of the largest psychiatric clinics in Switzerland
- Clinic, research and teaching combined: Working in a university environment with international networking
- Together for people: Interdisciplinary collaboration for holistic psychiatric care
- Strong in the team: Appreciative cooperation and mutual support
- More time for recovery: At least 25 days of holiday and the possibility of unpaid leave
- Future provision with added value: 60% employer contribution to the pension fund
Contact:
Annika Heye
Lead Psychologist
+41 58 384 92 98
is happy to assist you with any questions.
We look forward to receiving your application!
