Studentische Hilfsassistenz / Frontend Developer

University of Bern and University Hospital Bern, Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology, Nutritional Medicine and Metabolism (UDEM)
Start of employment: By arrangement
Fixed term contract of 6 months (1 semester)

PrecisionLab, led by Prof. José García-Tirado, aims to develop new technology for managing diabetes and metabolic disorders through novel digital interventions such as advanced decision-support tools and automated insulin delivery.

Job purpose and responsibilities You will work primarily on our web front-end project: a website for monitoring participants using our solutions during clinical trials. Monitoring is key for our research efforts and the website is our first line of defense for identifying and correcting anomalous situations with trial participants.

As part of our software team you will:

• Implement new features and improve the current monitoring website, including work on graphically plotting real-time participant data
• Together with our researchers and medical professionals, work towards improving and implementing the UI/UX
• Help with testing the website for future clinical trials

Requirements Important: This position is only for students currently enrolled in Swiss Universities (Master programs, PH matriculation).

• Ongoing Masters in Computer Science or related fields

Proficiency in:

• JavaScript, TypeScript and Git
• React or similar frontend libraries (such as Angular or Vue)

Nive to have:

• Experience with Kotlin (Spring Boot or Ktor) and SQL (PostgreSQL)
• Experience with React applications
• Experience consuming REST APIs and displaying vast amounts of data while accounting for performance
• Experience with web deployments using Azure
• Experience working with medical devices (continuous glucose monitors, insulin pumps, etc.)
• Proficiency using graphical plot libraries such as ApexCharts or Visx
• An eye for web UI/UX is a big plus

We offer

• We provide excellent scientific expertise in a dynamic environment and support a career focusing on translational research
• A workplace in Bern, Switzerland's capital, known for its high quality of life and surrounded by beautiful nature, perfect for hiking, biking, swimming, and winter sports

Equal employment opportunity:
PrecisionLab at the University of Bern is an equal opportunity employer for women and individuals with disabilities and/or diverse backgrounds (race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, etc.). It actively seeks diversity among collaborators. Application and contact For subject-specific questions and information about the position, please contact jose.garcia@unibe.ch. Please send your CV to the following e-mail address: jose.garcia@unibe.ch.