PhD Candidate in the Field of Health Promotion in Menopause (60%)

About the job

• Together with the project managers from BFH and the University of Zurich (Psychological Institute), you will implement the SNF-funded project "Women's dietary behavior and physical activity during perimenopause - a window of opportunity for better health?"
• You will contribute to the development and evaluation of an intervention on nutrition and physical activity
• You will contribute to socially relevant research by addressing an existing gap in health-related interventions for women in perimenopause
• As part of the project, you will write a dissertation and be supported and promoted in your academic career

• Completed master's degree in nutrition and dietetics or a related health science discipline
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary and participatory research
• Experience in qualitative research and basic knowledge of quantitative methods
• Enthusiasm for innovative, technology-supported data collection and intervention methods in everyday life
• Very good German and English skills, both spoken and written

• Curiosity is required, and not just a little. And a lot of independence and personal responsibility.
• Great freedom in designing working hours.
• Workplace in a prime location with very good accessibility.
• A "colorful bunch" of cheerful people with very different biographies, views, and experiences awaits you.
• A casual, relaxed, and respectful atmosphere with plenty of helpfulness.

Claudia Stucki
HR Consultant
T +41 31 848 31 59

Our passion at the Department of Health is healthcare for people of all ages. We train qualified professionals in nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, and nutrition & dietetics according to the latest research. For appropriate healthcare and effective treatments, we conduct applied and practice-oriented research.