Schweizerisches Tropen- und Public Health-Institut

How to apply: Please submit your application online. CV including names and contact information (email or phone) of 2 referees Motivational letter Diploma or recent transcript showing progress toward degree completion. Reference letters are optional. Swiss TPH is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects differences across gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. We believe that diversity strengthens our work, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. Please note that we can only accept applications via our online recruiting tool. As long as the position is online on our company website, we are open to new applications. Applications via e-mail or external recruiter/agency will not be considered. Join us in improving people’s health and well-being worldwide – we look forward to receiving your application. Contact: Viviane Brodmann, Student Help Recruiting, Tel: +41 61 284 83 72

The Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a world-leading institute in global health with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries. Associated with the University of Basel, Swiss TPH combines research, education and services at local, national and international levels. 1'000 people from 96 nations work at Swiss TPH focusing on infectious and non-communicable diseases, environment, society and health as well as health systems and interventions. We are looking for a committed, organized and creative Engagement & Communications Intern to join our team for a 10-month, full-time internship starting in August/September 2026. Engagement & Communications Intern (100%) As part of our Engagement & Communications team, you will gain hands-on experience across the full range of internal and external communications activities at Swiss TPH. From content creation and visual design to event support, you will play an active role in how the institute communicates across channels and formats to diverse audiences. This is a unique opportunity to build your skills in a dynamic, international environment and contribute to strengthening the visibility and impact of a leading global health institute. How to apply: Please submit your application online. CV Motivational letter (1 page max) 1-2 references, reference letters and diploma Swiss TPH is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects differences across gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. We believe that diversity strengthens our work, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. Please note that we can only accept applications via our online recruiting tool. As long as the position is online on our company website, we are open to new applications. Applications via e-mail or external recruiter/agency will not be considered. Join us in improving people’s health and well-being worldwide – we look forward to receiving your application. Contact: Danielle Powell Deputy Head of Communications E-Mail schreiben

The Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a world-leading institute in global health with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries. Associated with the University of Basel, Swiss TPH combines research, education and services at the local, national and international level. Around 1,000 staff and students from 96 nations work at Swiss TPH focusing on climate change, environment and health, infectious and non-communicable diseases, societal and cultural context and health systems and policies. We are looking for a committed, organized and creative Engagement & Communications Intern to join our team for a 10-month, full-time internship starting in August 2026. Engagement & Communications Intern (100%) As part of our Engagement & Communications team, you will gain hands-on experience across the full range of internal and external communications activities at Swiss TPH. From content creation and visual design to event support, you will play an active role in how the institute communicates across channels and formats to diverse audiences. This is a unique opportunity to build your skills in a dynamic, international environment and contribute to strengthening the visibility and impact of a leading global health institute. YOUR VARIOUS RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Content creation : You will contribute to content for Swiss TPH’s website, social media channels, Intranet and print materials in both English and German. This includes drafting and editing a wide range of formats — from social media posts and news articles to event announcements, internal communications and more. Stakeholder engagement : You will support engagement activities with a range of external stakeholders, including partners, donors, academic institutions and visiting delegations. This includes coordinating logistics, preparing materials. Visual and multimedia content : You will create visual materials such as infographics, short videos and social media graphics using tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite. Event communications and coordination: You will support the organization and communication of events such as symposia. This includes assisting with logistics and creating content for our digital channels. General communications support: You will contribute to a variety of day-to-day communications activities as part of a collaborative, cross-functional team. YOU SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS IN: You are currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in communications, journalism, public/global health, media or a related field You have a demonstrated interest in communications, public relations or event management You have strong writing and editing skills in both English and German You are digitally savvy, with a good grasp of social media platforms and an interest in visual and multimedia content You are organized and able to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment You bring creativity and attention to detail to your work – whether generating ideas, designing visuals, or finding the right tone for different audiences. You are a team player who enjoys collaboration and brings initiative and curiosity to your work Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, video editing or CMS tools is an asset. WHAT WE OFFER: A hands-on internship as part of a dynamic and collaborative communications team A great opportunity to gain insight into the full spectrum of communication activities at a leading global health institute The opportunity to build your communication skills across a variety of formats and channels An international, interdisciplinary work environment with colleagues from around the world A modern workplace on the BaseLink site in Allschwil, with its own canteen and close ties to our research and education community JOB CONDITIONS: Start date: August/September 2026 Location: Basel, Switzerland Duration: 10 months contract Percentage: 100% Travel required? No Internal job title: Trainee HOW TO APPLY Please submit your application online with: Motivation letter (1 page max) CV 1-2 references Swiss TPH is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects differences across gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. We believe that diversity strengthens our work, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. Please note that we can only accept applications via our online recruiting tool . As long as the position is online on our company website, we are open to new applications. Applications via e-mail or external recruiter/agency will not be considered. Join us in improving people’s health and well-being worldwide – we look forward to receiving your application. CONTACT : Danielle Powell, Deputy Head of Communications

The Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a world-leading institute in global health with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries. Associated with the University of Basel, Swiss TPH combines research, education and services at local, national and international level. Around 1000 staff and students from 96 nations work at Swiss TPH focusing on climate change, environment and health, infectious and non-communicable diseases, societal and cultural context, and health systems and policies. PhD Student in Forecasting Resistance Spread and Epidemiological Impact (100%) Malaria, transmitted by Anopheles mosquitoes, caused over a million deaths annually in the early 2000s. Insecticide-treated bed nets have since helped halve global mortality, but this progress is threatened by rising insecticide resistance. We build quantitative, data-driven models to forecast the spread and impact of resistance, guiding the optimal use of new insecticide-treated nets. YOUR VARIOUS RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Drive your own PhD project on developing mechanistic/process-based, spatially explicit models of insecticide resistance spread and impact, using Bayesian statistics, mathematical modelling, machine learning, and quantitative genetics Implement resistance-spread models using state-of-the-art programming practices with version control; calibrate them to available data; integrate them with our epidemiological simulation platform; and evaluate resistance-management strategies to maintain insecticide effectiveness Collaborate closely with project partners, including statisticians, machine-learning researchers, entomologists, and disease modellers at Oxford University, Imperial College London, Wageningen University & Research, Università della Svizzera italiana, and Swiss TPH Communicate your research through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, workshops, and regular meetings with collaborators YOU SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS IN: MSc degree with excellent grades in a quantitative field (e.g. statistics, mathematics, computer science, physics) or in biology/environmental sciences/epidemiology with rigorous quantitative training Strong analytical skills for developing mathematical/statistical methods and strong programming skills for implementing them. Experience in R, Python, Stan, HPC environments, and Git is an advantage A demonstrated interest or strong enthusiasm for delving into Bayesian statistics, modelling, resistance evolution, and public health Ideally, prior experience in Bayesian data analysis, spatial statistics, evolutionary biology, computational biology, disease modelling, environmental modelling, analysis of genetic/genomic data, or quantitative genetics Ability to manage your work independently and collaboratively, including planning, documenting, and communicating your work effectively Ability to communicate research effectively in spoken and written English WHAT WE OFFER: Direct and dedicated supervision led by Dr. Adrian Denz, with a strong commitment to supporting you in achieving research excellence in Bayesian forecasting of resistance dynamics as well as in developing your academic writing skills and scientific independence Close exchange with renowned malaria researchers at Swiss TPH as well as international project partners A multidisciplinary, international, and agile research institution with strong links to international policy makers, national health ministries, and industry, and excellent computational infrastructure with access to the HPC cluster at the University of Basel, alongside an active student community A state-of-the-art workspace in the new Swiss TPH building with an on-site canteen, located on the dynamic BaseLink site in Allschwil near Basel. Basel is a walkable, bikeable city with high quality of life bordering France and Germany, and an international hub for pharmaceutical research and culture. Enrollment as a PhD student at the University of Basel, with access to university courses, Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics training, continuing education opportunities, and university sports facilities Internationally competitive salary and benefits according to SNSF and University of Basel regulations, fully funded for 3 years via an SNSF Ambizione grant JOB CONDITIONS: Start Date: from August 2026 or upon agreement Duration: 3 years Percentage: 100%, primarily on-site with flexibility for home office Location: Allschwil, Switzerland Travel required: some travel for conferences and meetings (a few weeks per year) Internal job title: PhD Student HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your application online with: CV including names and contact information (email or phone) of 2 referees Motivational letter Diploma or recent transcript showing progress toward degree completion Reference letters are optional Swiss TPH is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects differences across gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. We believe that diversity strengthens our work, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. Please note that we can only accept applications via our online recruiting tool . As long as the position is online on our company website, we are open to new applications. Applications via e-mail or external recruiter/agency will not be considered. Join us in improving people’s health and well-being worldwide – we look forward to receiving your application. CONTACT: Viviane Brodmann, Student Help Recruiting, Tel: +41 61 284 83 72

Das Schweizerische Tropen- und Public Health-Institut (Swiss TPH) ist ein weltweit renommiertes Institut auf dem Gebiet der globalen Gesundheit mit besonderem Fokus auf Länder mit niedrigen und mittleren Einkommen. Assoziiert mit der Universität Basel, verbindet das Swiss TPH Forschung, Lehre und Dienstleistungen auf lokaler, nationaler und internationaler Ebene. Rund 1'000 Personen aus 96 Ländern arbeiten am Swiss TPH in Bereichen wie Infektionskrankheiten und nicht-übertragbare Krankheiten, Umwelt, Gesellschaft und Gesundheit sowie Gesundheitssysteme und -programme. Im Zentrum für Reise- und Tropenmedizin werden Reisende aus Basel und Umgebung vor der Reise beraten und nach der Reise behandelt. Als nationales Referenzzentrum für importierte parasitäre Krankheiten des Menschen bietet es Ärzt:innen und Spitälern in der ganzen Schweiz eine Vielzahl von Dienstleistungen an. Für das Zentrum für Reise- und Tropenmedizin suchen wir temporär als Krankheitsersatz per sofort oder nach Vereinbarung eine:n Medizinische:n Praxisassistent:in (60-80%) für die Organisation der tropen- und reisemedizinischen Sprechstunde sowie Erledigung allgemeiner administrativer Aufgaben des Ambulatoriums. Wir führen eine abwechslungsreiche tropen- und reisemedizinische Sprechstunde sowohl für externe Patient:innen als auch für Mitarbeitende des Institutes. Wie kann ich mich bewerben: Lebenslauf Motivationsschreiben inkl. Name und Kontaktangaben (E-Mail und/oder Telefonnummer) von 1 – 2 Referenzpersonen Zertifikate und Arbeitszeugnisse Am Swiss TPH pflegen wir ein inklusives und vielfältiges Arbeitsumfeld, das Unterschiede in Bezug auf Geschlecht, Herkunft, ethnische Zugehörigkeit, Beeinträchtigung, sexuelle Orientierung und sozioökonomischen Hintergrund wertschätzt und respektiert. Wir sind überzeugt, dass Vielfalt unsere Arbeit bereichert, und engagieren uns für Chancengleichheit für alle. Bitte beachten Sie, dass wir ausschliesslich Bewerbungen über unsere Onlineplattform berücksichtigen können. Solange die Stelle online auf unserer Webseite ersichtlich ist, sind wir offen für neue Bewerbungen. Bewerbungen via E-Mail oder Agenturen werden nicht berücksichtigt Werden Sie Teil unserer Vision, die Welt zu einem gesünderen Ort zu machen – wir freuen uns auf Ihre Bewerbung! Kontakt: Viviane Brodmann, Student Help Recruiting, Tel: +41 61 284 83 72

Wie kann ich mich bewerben: Bitte reichen Sie Ihre Bewerbungsunterlagen online ein https://jobs.swisstph.ch/Jobs/All: Lebenslauf Motivationsschreiben inkl. Name und Kontaktangaben (E-Mail und/oder Telefonnummer) von 1 – 2 Referenzpersonen Zertifikate und Arbeitszeugnisse Am Swiss TPH pflegen wir ein inklusives und vielfältiges Arbeitsumfeld, das Unterschiede in Bezug auf Geschlecht, Herkunft, ethnische Zugehörigkeit, Beeinträchtigung, sexuelle Orientierung und sozioökonomischen Hintergrund wertschätzt und respektiert. Wir sind überzeugt, dass Vielfalt unsere Arbeit bereichert, und engagieren uns für Chancengleichheit für alle. Bitte beachten Sie, dass wir ausschliesslich Bewerbungen über unsere Onlineplattform berücksichtigen können. Solange die Stelle online auf unserer Webseite ersichtlich ist, sind wir offen für neue Bewerbungen. Bewerbungen via E-Mail oder Agenturen werden nicht berücksichtigt Werden Sie Teil unserer Vision, die Welt zu einem gesünderen Ort zu machen – wir freuen uns auf Ihre Bewerbung! Kontakt: Christina Bucher, Senior Recruiting Partner, +41 (0)61 284 87 59