Influenza Virus Infections and Viral Vectors Group Leader

Mittelhäusern and Bern | % (job sharing possible)Head of the Influenza Virus Infections and Viral Vectors GroupMittelhäusern and Bern | % (job sharing possible)What you can contribute- Lead the Influenza Virus Infections and Viral Vectors group from a technical and personnel management perspective- Publish research results in scientific journals and present them at scientific congresses- Raise third-party funds and ensure the planning and execution of research work- Contribute to university teaching and the supervision of doctoral candidates, master's students, and scientists- Draft and submit applications for animal experiments and manage the corresponding authorizations, prepare and submit interim and final reports in animex-chWhat makes you unique- Degree in veterinary medicine, biology, or a related field, and a doctorate in virology- Experience in research, with recognized expertise in the biology of avian viruses and in this field- Experience in personnel management and proven ability to obtain third-party funding- Network in the relevant field and experience in university teaching and animal experimentation- Very good knowledge of at least one official language and EnglishIn a few wordsAs a group leader, you define the strategic and scientific direction of research activities focusing on infections caused by avian viruses and viral vectors. Thanks to your internationally recognized research work, your network, and your leadership experience, you make an essential contribution to the protection of animal health and public health.What we offer- Working for Switzerland: We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of our diverse workforce on a daily basis- We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view- We support and advise our employees on all issues related to physical or mental health and benefitsInnovative solutions against animal diseases and viral zoonosesThe Institute of Virology and Immunology (IVI) develops innovative solutions to fight animal diseases and viral zoonoses, and ensures diagnosis in times of crisis. Epizootics, emerging diseases in animals, as well as infectious diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans (zoonoses) constitute major challenges for our society. Faithful to the One Health approach, we work in an interdisciplinary manner to contribute sustainably to human and animal health.Further informationQuestions about the position jidc340b8daen jit0832aen jpiy26aen