Area of activity

Animal studies and observational studies in humans indicate that deeper sleep is associated with slower progression of neurodegenerative processes. Several long-term studies are planned to investigate whether targeted sleep enhancement in patients with Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease can slow the progression of neurodegeneration or potentially contribute to prevention.

To deepen sleep in a non-invasive and non-pharmacological manner, the method of acoustic slow-wave sleep stimulation is applied. Precisely timed auditory tones, synchronized with brain activity during deep sleep, are used to amplify and intensify slow-wave activity. A Study Nurse or Research Assistant is sought to support these studies..

Main responsibilities

• Recruitment, care, and coordination of study participants
• Coordination, conduct, and documentation of study visits and study-specific assessments
• Administrative and operational support in the conduct of clinical trials (in accordance with Swiss Clinical Trials Ordinance, ClinO and ClinO-MD)
• Documentation of study activities in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology or another health-related field, or qualification as a Medical Practice Assistant with a scientific background
• Experience in clinical research, ideally including completed GCP Courses 1 and 2
• Excellent German skills (spoken and written), very good knowledge of one or two additional Swiss national languages (French and/or Italian), and good English skills
• Proficient computer skills, confident use of MS Office
• Thorough, structured, and independent working style with strong attention to quality
• Ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently, with a high level of responsibility and flexibility
• Enjoyment of direct patient contact
• Willingness to travel within Switzerland

What is offered

• An exciting, independent, and varied role with insight into the latest methods in clinical sleep research and biotechnology
• Collaboration within a highly motivated and dynamic team at the Department of Neurology, University Hospital Zurich
• Interdisciplinary cooperation
• Employment under the public-law conditions of the University of Zurich
• Initial appointment limited to a maximum of three years, with the possibility of extension subject to funding
  

Applications including CV and certificates should be sent to:

schlafforschung@usz.ch

Start date: April 1, 2026, or by arrangement