Job Description

80 %
Nottwil
01.10.2025
The Neuro-Urology Research Group investigates innovative diagnostic and preventive or therapeutic approaches, in order to improve the life expectancy and health-related quality of life of individuals with a neurogenic bladder or sexual dysfunction.


These are your tasks


Manage administrative tasks related to these clinical studies Perform data analysis and interpret research findings Present results at national and international scientific conferences Prepare and submit manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals Acquire third-party funding Possibility to initiate and pursue the habilitation process Support team members in the planning and execution of clinical research projects and contribute to administrative duties within the research group

What makes you stand out


PhD in health or natural sciences Two to three years of experience in clinical research after completion of PhD Experience in planning and conduction of patient-oriented, clinical research projects Very good knowledge of clinical and/or epidemiological study methodology and design Good knowledge in statistical methods and application of statistical software, preferably R, STATA Good knowledge of national and international clinical research regulations (e.g. HFG, ICH-GCP) Excellent written and oral communication skills in German and English Self-managed way of working as well as ability to work within and collaborate with different teams

We offer


Excellent conditions for relevant patient-oriented research in the context of neuro-urology A full-time research position in a stimulating and productive working atmosphere Academic affiliation with the University of Lucerne, Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine


The position is for 3 years, starting upon agreement.



We are looking forward to your full online application in English (including a curriculum vitae, diplomas and a cover letter with a personal statement regarding your suitability and motivation).
What you can expect


Sense of purpose
Your work is meaningful - you support a globally unique network of services for people with a spinal cord injury.


Work environment
We're all on first name terms and on an equal footing. The close interaction, our staff parties and team events ensure a homely atmosphere.


Health, sport and recreation
Numerous rest areas and sports options offer the chance to relax and unwind. You can choose: fitness, indoor swimming pool, private beach, rose garden or rather team sports?


University research institute
We are a "research institute of national importance" recognized and funded by the Swiss federal and cantonal governments.


Good social benefits and fair salary
You benefit from a fair salary, good pension fund benefits and cover in the event of illness or accident. Families with children receive up to CHF 250 social supplements per month.


Holidays and public holidays
You enjoy five to seven weeks' holiday and up to 16 paid public holidays per year. Other options are holiday purchase, unpaid leave or a sabbatical after 10 years of service.


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About us


Swiss Paraplegic Research (SPF) is part of the Swiss Paraplegic Group. The mission of SPF is sustainably improving the situation of people with spinal cord injury (SCI) through interdisciplinary, clinical and Community-based research on a national and international level. Specific areas of its comprehensive research include functioning, mobility, social integration, equality of opportunity, self-determination, quality of life, health services provision as well as epidemiology and statistical methods. SPF is an university research institution recognized and promoted by the Swiss federal government and the cantons and an active link to academic and industrial research and development at the national and international levels.


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Your contact person


Questions about the application process


Lea Blunschi


HR Manager


041 939 53 72
Questions on the job


Dr. med. vet. Jorg Krebs


Group Leader


+41 41 939 59 46