Senior Staff Physician / Senior Staff Physicianess

About Us

The EOC, the multisite hospital of Ticino, is dedicated to providing healthcare across the entire cantonal territory with a total of 1,000 beds. Our organization effectively blends a local approach with a broad vision, ensuring that the population receives comprehensive and accessible hospital services, regardless of where they are needed.

Thanks to the dedication and expertise of our over 6,500 employees, who prioritize human relationships, the EOC delivers quality healthcare, attending to more than 41,000 patients annually and facilitating over 600,000 ambulatory consultations.

Position Available: Medico Capoclinica / Senior Staff Physician (80-100%)

To enhance our team at the Oncological Institute of Southern Switzerland (IOSI) in Bellinzona, specifically within the Clinical Research Unit and Phase 1 Program, we are seeking a highly motivated Senior Staff Physician with expertise in drug development and early-phase clinical trials in oncology.

The Oncology Institute of Southern Switzerland is one of the largest clinical research centers in the country, focusing on new drug development, lymphoproliferative diseases, and prostate cancer. Our dedicated Phase 1 Unit conducts groundbreaking early phase clinical trials, including first-in-human studies. We have established a strong history of collaboration with both non-profit academic organizations and the pharmaceutical industry, including partnerships with the Institute of Oncology Research (IOR), the Institute of Biochemical Research (IRB), and the Swiss Cancer Institute (SCI, formerly SAKK). We play a central role in the Faculty of Biomedical Sciences at the Università della Svizzera Italiana (USI).

The successful candidate will join a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and internationally connected environment with excellent opportunities for professional and academic growth, career development, and involvement in innovative translational and clinical research programs.

Essential Requirements

• Medical degree and completed specialist training in Medical Oncology.
• For candidates holding foreign qualifications, recognition by the Swiss Federal Commission for Medical Professions (MEBEKO) is mandatory. The qualification must meet the Swiss standard; however, recognition may be obtained after acceptance of the position. Registration in MedReg is also required, including proof of proficiency in one or more Swiss official languages (Italian, German, or French).
• Proficiency in both Italian and English.
• Previous experience in early-phase clinical trials in oncology; at least 2-3 years of experience in a Phase I Unit is highly desirable.
• Strong interest in and commitment to contributing to the clinical and research activities of the Phase 1 Unit at the Oncology Institute of Southern Switzerland (IOSI).
• Enthusiasm for actively fostering the growth and development of our Phase 1 Unit.
• Willingness to support and supervise residents and clinical fellows as part of the Institute's educational and training activities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary and research-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, organizational skills, and a collaborative approach to interdisciplinary and translational research activities.

Candidates who do not yet hold a specialist title in Medical Oncology are not eligible for this position.

Application Process

We are considering applicants for an expected entry date from September 2026, but we are flexible and can accommodate individual start dates.

To apply, please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Contact Information

For more information, you may reach us at the email addresses: ilaria.colombo@eoc.ch, ricerca.IOSI@eoc.ch. No paper applications will be accepted.