The Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a world-leading institute in global health with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries. Associated with the University of Basel, Swiss TPH combines research, education and services at local, national and international levels. 1'000 people from 96 nations work at Swiss TPH focusing on infectious and non-communicable diseases, environment, society and health as well as health systems and interventions.
The Vector Biology Group is inviting applications for a
PhD Position in Medical Entomology (100%)
Our research group investigates the biology, surveillance and control of insect vectors of human pathogens. We are offering a PhD position to study the behaviour and ecology of the invasive Asian tiger mosquito, Aedes albopictus, and to evaluate innovative, community-based control strategies – including large-scale adult mosquito trapping – in Basel, Switzerland, as part of a cluster-randomised controlled trial.
Your various responsibilities include:
Plan and conduct field experiments on mosquito behaviour and ecology
Collect, manage and analyse entomological and environmental data
Contribute to the development and evaluation of community-based vector control strategies
Support the implementation of a cluster-randomised controlled trial
Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at scientific conferences
You should have the following experience and skills:
Master’s degree in biology, ecology, epidemiology, entomology or a related field
Strong interest in vector biology, applied entomology and public health
Experience with fieldwork and experimental design
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team