Institue for Implementation Science in Health Care

Research Assistant 40 %

Start of employment immediately or by arrangement, temporary

(Initial 6 -month appointment, with the possibility of extension)
The Institute of Implementation Science in Health Care is seeking a highly organised and engaged Research Assistant (40 %) to support two healthcare research projects: ITINERARE, NeoIPC. The postholder will contribute to evidence synthesis activities, stakeholder and public engagement, and research administration support, including grant development activities. Previous knowledge and application of stakeholder engagement and/or implementation science is advantageous, but not essential. Very good German/Swiss German and English language skills are essential, strong grasp of French and Italian is an advantage.

Your responsibilities

Scientific Activities (60%)
  • Support the planning, conduct, and reporting of systematic reviews, scoping reviews, rapid reviews, and other evidence synthesis projects.
  • Contribute to protocol development and preparation of review documentation in line with recognised methodological standards (e.g., PRISMA, RAMESES).
  • Assist with drafting reports, manuscripts, presentations, and research outputs for academic and non-academic audiences.
  • Assist with ethics applications, funding reports, and other research administration processes

Engagement Activities (40%)
  • Support the planning, organisation, and facilitation of workshops, stakeholder meetings, and public engagement activities.
  • Assist in recruiting and liaising with participants, patient and public contributors, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders.
  • Support preparation of workshop materials, presentations, discussion guides, and summary reports.
  • Capture, analyse, and synthesise feedback from engagement activities.
  • Provide administrative and organisational support

Your profile

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent practical experience in a relevant discipline (e.g., public health, health services research, psychology, social sciences, healthcare, or related field).
  • Excellent written and verbal German/Swiss German and English communication skills.

Desirable Criteria
  • Experience supporting or facilitating workshops, public/patient engagement activities.
  • Experience working within healthcare, public health, academic, or applied research environments.
  • Experience planning and conducting systematic reviews, rapid reviews, or other types of evidence synthesis.
  • Familiarity with evidence review software (e.g., Covidence, Rayyan, EndNote).
  • Experience of implementation science and/or co-production methods.
  • Experience developing and supporting research or other grant applications.

What we offer

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Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
  • Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH


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Learning and Development
  • Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
  • Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich

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Food
  • Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
  • Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution

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Healthcare
  • Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
  • Free seasonal flu vaccinations
  • Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower

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Discounts
  • Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
  • Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
  • Special conditions on hotel reservations

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Conditions of Employment
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  • Most UZH staff are employed according to public law


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International Services
  • Support for people from outside Switzerland

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Campuses
  • Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
  • Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

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