Jobs & Career

Please apply online via our application portal (see “Online application” under “Application process“). Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications by post.

So that you know exactly what to expect, you can find our detailed application process under the following link. The procedure may vary slightly depending on the location. In this way, we ensure the best possible match between the vacancy and the candidate.

Registration in our applicant portal is very quick. If you have your documents to hand, your application can usually be submitted in less than five minutes.

To apply for a job with us, you need to create a user account with your e-mail address in our recruitment tool – it’s quick and easy.

• Registration is not possible? Then your e-mail address may already be stored and you may already have a login.
• Not sure which e-mail you are registered with? Write to us at willkommen@usz.ch – we will be happy to help you.

Have you forgotten your password? Click on “Reset password” and you will receive an e-mail to reset your password.

To start your application, we mainly need your CV and your diplomas. This will give us an initial overview of your profile. You are also welcome to upload a letter of motivation and/or references.

Note for applicants from abroad:

• Please enclose a copy of your residence permit.
• Did you complete your training abroad?
• In addition to your diploma, also upload the diploma recognition.

You can find detailed information under “I am applying from abroad. What do I need to bear in mind?”

Here you will find the most important information about the sub-assistance at the USZ. The required documents are listed with the respective clinic.

Note for applicants from third countries:

• Please enclose a copy of your previous, relevant diplomas.
• Confirmation from SWIMSA is required to take up the position.
• In addition, we require confirmation of an internship (written consent from the university for an internship abroad or specifically at the USZ) and your training program (curriculum with proof that an internship is required as part of your studies and, if possible, the specific scope and content of the internship).

Please be patient after we have confirmed receipt. The application process usually takes several weeks. As soon as we have checked your documents, we will give you feedback as soon as possible!

For certain professional groups in the Nursing & MTTB Directorate, we accept fast-track applications via a simplified form. You can find the relevant professions directly in the drop-down list in the form.

Questions about the quick application? Send us an e-mail to willkommen@usz.ch – we will be happy to help you.

Yes, depending on the application channel, you can proceed as follows:

• Recruitment tool: After completing your application, no additional documents can be uploaded or exchanged for technical reasons. Please get in touch with the contact person from recruitment listed in the advertisement.
• Quick application form: You can exchange or supplement the documents in your unsolicited application by sending an e-mail to willkommen@usz.ch.

If you wish to withdraw your application, you can proceed as follows:

• Recruitment tool: You can withdraw your application directly in the tool.
• Quick application form: Send us an email to willkommen@usz.ch to withdraw your application.

Then set up a job newsletter according to your personal criteria. You will automatically receive a message as soon as new jobs are published in your area of interest.

Yes, you are welcome to apply for several positions. Your documents will be reviewed by the relevant departments and it is possible that you will be invited to several interviews.

EU and EFTA nationals benefit from the free movement of persons in Switzerland. Further information on the free movement of persons.

Nationals from non-EU/EFTA countries are subject to an authorization procedure. Here you can find further information from the Canton of Zurich.

Please note that you will need very good German language skills (at least level B2 according to the German Goethe Institute) to work at the USZ.

Nurses who have completed their training abroad must have their diploma recognized by the Swiss Red Cross. For the application process, we recommend that you have already completed the PreCheck. For the application process, we recommend that you have already completed the PreCheck.

As a doctor (f/m/d), your medical diploma, specialist diploma (if available) and German language skills must be entered in the register of medical professions. If you have completed your training abroad, you will also need a MEBEKO recognition for your medical diploma and specialist diploma. Further information on the recognition and language entry can be found here. If your diplomas are not directly recognized by the MEBEKO and a decision has been made by the MEBEKO that your diploma has been listed in the MedReg as a non-recognizable foreign diploma, we must obtain a permit from the Health Directorate of the Canton of Zurich for you to be employed.

Have you completed another healthcare profession abroad? Here you can find out whether your professional qualifications need to be your professional qualifications and which authority is responsible for this.

We will of course keep you up to date on the status of your application. Please understand that we are unfortunately unable to provide individual feedback after the first review of the CVs received.

As a rule, our positions remain advertised until they are filled. We recommend that you apply quickly when you see the job advertisement. This increases your chances of being considered for the position.

Yes, you can apply online for another vacancy at any time.

The data will be stored in accordance with the USZ data protection regulations and used exclusively for the application process. You can deactivate your profile at any time and delete your data yourself.

We offer a wide range of opportunities in various specialist areas and at different career levels. You can find an overview of all development opportunities on our careers page: Job profiles & development opportunities – USZ

No, you bear the costs for travel and accommodation to job interviews yourself.