Job Description

Department of Neurology

Assistant Professorship with Tenure Track in Engineered Immunotherapy 100 %

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The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Zurich invites applications for an Assistant Professorship with Tenure Track in Engineered Immunotherapy, to be filled at the earliest possible date. The assistant professor will lead the newly established Center for Engineered Immunology (CEI), which is part of the University of Zurich's TRANSFORM program. The position includes a 50% clinical appointment as a senior physician at the Department of Neurology at the University Hospital Zurich. The professorship will represent the field of neuro-oncology and neuroimmunology in research and teaching.


We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative individual with extensive scientific and clinical experience in the fields of neuro-oncology and neuroimmunology. The successful candidate will have a strong research focus on the preclinical and clinical development of innovative immunological therapies, as evidenced by publications in leading international journals. A track record of successfully leading a research group and obtaining competitive external funding is expected. Applicants must hold a specialist qualification in neurology. Extensive clinical expertise in the care of patients with neuro-oncological and neuro-immunological disorders is essential. Demonstrated teaching experience, particularly in supervising academic theses and mentoring early-career researchers, is also required.
The University of Zurich offers an outstanding environment for cutting-edge research and numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across its faculties and university hospitals. The field of immune engineering brings together key research areas at the University - including oncology, immunology, and neurology - and already enhances Zurich's international visibility. The Precision Medicine focus area of University Medicine Zurich, along with the Comprehensive Cancer Center Zurich (CCCZ), provides excellent conditions for high-impact research in the professorship's area. A further advantage is the proximity to the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH).



Proficiency in German at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is required or must be acquired within a reasonable period of time.

The University of Zurich is an equal opportunity employer and in particular strives to increase the percentage of women in leadership roles. Qualified female researchers are explicitly encouraged to apply.

The University of Zurich views researchers as modern leaders who advance excellent research - in line with Open Science principles - through their own projects as well as by supporting outstanding early-career scientists. Through innovative, research-based teaching, they contribute to shaping a forward-looking university.

Information on your application

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Please submit your electronic application for this position by 11 December 2025. Applications by post or e-mail will not be considered. For more information on how to apply, please visit our instructions for applications.

For further information, please contact the President of the Appointment Committee, Prof. Hanns Ulrich Zeilhofer (zeilhofer@dekmed.uzh.ch, +41 44 634 10 74) or the Medical Director of the University Hospital Zurich, Prof. Malcolm Kohler (malcolm.kohler@usz.ch, +41 44 255 86 48)

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

Learning and Development

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

Food

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

Healthcare

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

Discounts

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

Conditions of Employment

Policies of the UZH Most UZH staff are employed according to public law

International Services

Support for people from outside Switzerland

Campuses

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

Location

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Department of Neurology

Frauenklinikstrasse 26, 8006 Zurich, Switzerland

Further information

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Questions about the job

Prof. Hanns Ulrich Zeilhofer

President of the Appointment Committee
+41 44 634 10 74

Working at UZH

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