Epidemiologist / Scientific Collaborator

Ref 2580026 | Date: 21 Sept 2026 Federal Administration Epidemiologist (m/f) / Scientific Collaborator Bern, Schweiz (and home office) | 80-80% What you can contribute * epidemiological expertise in the field of infectious diseases: statistically analyze data from various FOPH surveillance and reporting systems and interpret them in the sense of the public health action cycle * write epidemiological reports for different communication channels (FOPH website, presentations, lectures at conferences, media requests, etc.) * collaborate with national and international partners such as national reference laboratories and academic institutions and organize events * participate in common projects and tasks led by different FOPH sections or with other federal offices and cantonal services (e.g. workshops with cantonal medical services, national strategies, updating legal bases, reporting guidelines, responses to political questions) What makes you unique * university degree in medicine or natural sciences with postgraduate training in epidemiology or biostatistics, or master's in public health * good proficiency in the preparation and presentation of epidemiological data using R software - initial, postgraduate or continuous [ ] regular training justified in the field of infectious diseases or microbiology * analytical and conceptual mindset; strong writing skills; ideally, knowledge of how the federal administration functions * good active knowledge of two official languages and English * team spirit and communication skills, sense of responsibility, objective and results-oriented work, flexibility in crisis situations, stress resistance In a few words What we offer * Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and to the well-being of the population. * Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints. * Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all questions related to physical or mental health. [All benefits](< >) Committing to health We are competently committed at a national level to the health of the population and the healthcare system in Switzerland. We also collaborate within international networks. Our task is demanding, exciting; we accomplish it by relying on equal exchanges. Our values? Commitment, open-mindedness and respect. If you are looking for useful work in various fields and in a dynamic and attractive environment, the FOPH is made for you. Additional information For further information, please contact: Mirjam Mäusezahl, head of the Epidemiological Evaluation section, tel. or Parham Sendi, head of the communicable diseases division ([Write an email](< >)) Questions about the position Mirjam Mäusezahl Questions about the application HR Service Center jpida986b0ejm jpit0938jm jpiy26jm