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MD-PhD Position in Clinical Research (Global Health Context) in Clinical Epidemiology University Hospital Basel in Switzerland

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Full funding available
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Switzerland

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University Hospital Basel

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Keywords

Computer Science
Epidemiology
Biology
Hiv
Global Health
Digital Health
Medical Science
Hypertension
Salud Pública
Statistics
Insulin
Tuberculosi

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MD-PhD Position in Clinical Research (Global Health Context) at the University Hospital Basel, Division of Clinical Epidemiology.

This is a 3-4 year MD-PhD position leading to a PhD degree from the University of Basel. The project is part of ComBaScale, an EU Horizon Europe project in Lesotho that scales the successful ComBaCaL project by integrating cardiovascular risk factor management with HIV and TB services delivered by community health workers.

The role is ideal for candidates interested in clinical epidemiology, global health, clinical trials, public health, digital health, diabetes, hypertension, HIV, and tuberculosis. You will help design, run, and analyse a 1-year pilot and a 2-year cluster randomised trial across 20 health facilities, refine a clinical decision-support app for community health workers, coordinate site initiation and data monitoring, co-draft statistical analysis and manuscripts, and contribute to training local staff and CHWs.

Applicants should have an MD degree with basic clinical experience, a strong interest in global health and trials, basic data management/analysis skills (especially R), excellent English, and willingness for repeated 3-6 month research stays in rural Lesotho. German is helpful for life in Basel but not required. Prior coding or biostatistics experience is a plus, not a prerequisite.

The position offers attractive employment conditions, social benefits, relocation support, training and career development, and hands-on exposure to innovative digital health at scale. The work is based in Basel, with regular research stays in Lesotho.

Apply online through the USB jobs portal. Submit your CV (max. 3 pages), cover letter (max. 2 pages), and contact details for at least two references. In your cover letter, explain why the ComBaScale project appeals to you.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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