Your Tasks
As a key member of our team, you will play an essential role in:
- Assisting in leading the group's research projects, ensuring that objectives are met and resulting in publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals, as well as presentations at international and national conferences.
- Managing data from large multicenter studies, with a focus on Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs).
- Analyzing large datasets utilizing statistical and machine learning methods.
- Advising and supervising research assistants within the Spine Research Group on their scientific projects.
- Consulting and collaborating closely with clinicians at the Spine Center to support and guide their research initiatives.
- Writing scientific papers and grant applications.
- Maintaining regular communication with the Head of the Spine Research Group (your line manager), the Chair of Research, and the Clinical Research Head of the Spine Center to discuss the project portfolio and identify new research opportunities that align with the goals of the Schulthess Clinic.
Your Profile
We are seeking a candidate who possesses the following qualifications:
- PhD in a relevant field of musculoskeletal medicine.
- National and ideally international recognition, demonstrating expertise, excellence, and achievement in your field, including regular presentations at international conferences, membership in relevant international organizations, and a record of high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Comprehensive understanding of the clinical research process from planning through to publication, in compliance with Good Clinical Practice procedures.
- Knowledge of, and ideally experience in, human orthopaedics research; direct experience in spine outcomes research is a plus.
- Strong analytical abilities and thorough knowledge of statistical methodology and data science, particularly in relation to health and clinical data, including the management of large datasets and advanced multivariable statistical analyses.
- Familiarity with Python coding, including its fundamental scientific libraries (numpy, scipy, pandas, etc.) and machine learning techniques.
- Ability to structure complex problems, extract key issues, and communicate data clearly and concisely to a diverse audience, from medical students to specialists.
- Excellent organizational and planning capabilities, with a proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet tight deadlines, and collaborate with various teams.
- Fluent in English (both written and spoken, with an emphasis on scientific/medical English).
- Basic comprehension of German or a willingness to learn.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A passion for research, with the capability to thrive under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated trustworthiness and integrity.
We Offer
We are excited to offer the position of Research Associate within a well-established and progressive research environment. You will enjoy a modern and dynamic workplace at one of Europe’s leading orthopaedic clinics. The role provides flexible working hours, with an expected on-site presence of at least 60% of your working time. You will collaborate with supportive peers and leadership and have opportunities for professional development and scientific contributions. This position carries responsibilities within the research group and offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient care and the clinic's long-term success.
If you are interested, please apply online using the form below.
Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
For further information about this position, please contact Dr. Fabio Galbusera, Head of Research Group Spine, at fabio.galbusera@kws.ch.