Postdoc in Biomedical Ethics

Postdoc in Biomedical Ethics

The Institute for Biomedical Ethics at the University of Basel (IBMB), Switzerland (https://ibmb.unibas.ch/), is looking for an enthusiastic collaborator to join our team to study challenging ethical problems related to medicine and the life sciences.

Your position

• Contribute towards research projects on ethical issues related to biomedical ethics.
• Supervise PhD students in their research work.
• Strengthen empirical research in bioethics.
• Work towards publications on biomedical ethics/ethics and human rights.
• Engage in the academic life at the IBMB, including small-scale contributions to teaching, seeking funding opportunities as well as organizational work of the Institute.

Your profile

• A doctoral degree (PhD) in Bioethics, Philosophy, Law, Health Sciences, Social Sciences or other related fields.
• Experience in conducting both qualitative and quantitative research.
• Ability to write scholarly manuscripts in English.
• Enthusiasm, independence, responsibility, and an interest in an academic career.
• Criteria of excellence (honors, awards, excellent grades indicating that you are among the best 10% of your institutions' researchers/students at your level)

We offer you

• 1 year Postdoc position, extension can be discussed. Starting date July 2026 or by agreement.
• Stimulating interdisciplinary job environment at the Institute for Biomedical Ethics, as part of a young and dynamic team.
• Opportunity to become involved in bids for further grant funding in areas related to bioethics/medical ethics/human rights.

Environment: The University of Basel is the oldest Swiss university with a long tradition in ethics and the humanities and is committed to diversity, equal opportunities and family-friendliness. It has a long-standing reputation in outstanding research and teaching. Its doctoral candidates come from many international countries providing a vibrant and rich community. More information about the University is available at the following website: https://www.unibas.ch/en/University/About-University.html. The city of Basel is a global centre for biomedical research with major academic institutions and research departments of leading life science companies. Basel is a multicultural city and ranks among the best in terms of quality of life.

• Contribute towards research projects on ethical issues related to biomedical ethics. 
• Supervise PhD students in their research work. 
• Strengthen empirical research in bioethics. 
• Work towards publications on biomedical ethics/ethics and human rights. 
• Engage in the academic life at the IBMB, including small-scale contributions to teaching, seeking funding opportunities as well as organizational work of the Institute. 

Application / ContactApplications must be submitted in English and should include: A detailed CV, including an overview of study results (grades), the title of your PhD thesis, contact information of (at least) two (academic) referees; a motivation letter (maximum two pages, double-spaced, font 12). Applications should be submitted online by 20th April 2026. For further information, please contact Dr. Eva De Clercq eva.declercq@unibas.ch. We look forward to receipt of your complete online application.