Senior Physician, Centre for Acute Mental Disorders
- 05 November 2026
- 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 the Centre for Acute Mental Disorders (ZAPE) of Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy (Lenggstrasse location), we are seeking from 1 February 2027 or by arrangement, initially limited to one year with the option of extension, a
Senior Physician, Centre for Acute Mental Disorders
100%
Your Tasks
- Inpatient, integrated psychiatric-psychotherapeutic treatment of patients in an interdisciplinary team
- Personnel and professional leadership of the ward
- Research and teaching activities
- Supervision of the training of subordinate assistant physicians
- Participation in senior physician on-call duties
Your Profile
- Possession of a Swiss medical diploma (MEBEKO registered) or MEBEKO recognition of a foreign medical diploma (not registration) plus MEBEKO language entry German
- Specialist in Psychiatry and Psychotherapy completed or near completion
- Leadership experience with high independence and self-organisation
- Research expertise with the aim of achieving a habilitation or clinical lectureship
- Psychotherapy training in one of the recognised psychotherapy methods, ideally cognitive behavioural therapy
- German language skills in spoken and written form at level C2, foreign languages advantageous
Our Offer
- Clinic, research and teaching combined: Working in a university environment with international networking
- Development with perspective: Diverse career paths in one of the largest psychiatric clinics in Switzerland
- Actively shaping the future: Participation in change and development processes
- Sustainably on the move: Participation in the ZVV BonusPass or general subscription
- Future provision with added value: 60% employer contribution to the pension fund
- Well cared for in everyday work: Discounted catering offers or lunch vouchers
Contact:
PD KD Dr med Achim Burrer
Senior Physician with special responsibilities / Deputy Head of Centre
+41 58 384 24 25
is happy to assist you with any questions.
We look forward to receiving your application!
