Universität Basel: Professor of Neurosurgery (open-rank) Professor of Neurosurgery (open-rank) To be appointed from September 1st, 2026 or by arrangement The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Basel and the University Hospital of Basel are looking to fill the position of Professor of Neurosurgery    The Neurosurgical Clinic at the University Hospital Basel is one of the leading neurosurgical clinics in Switzerland in terms of research and services, with an international reputation. The research focus of the professorship will be on neuro-oncological neurosurgery. Your position You will be consultant in the neurosurgery clinic (clinically subordinated to the Chief Physician) of the University Hospital Basel. With your clinical expertise and your background in research, you will strengthen the national and international visibility of Neurosurgery at the University of Basel. You will apply your clinical expertise and interest in teaching to secure and advance state-of-the-art training and continuing education of neurosurgical assistants and senior physicians in accordance with the requirements of the Swiss Institute for Medical Training and Continuing Education (SIWF). With your commitment to university research and teaching, you inspire students and promote young academics in neurosurgery. Your participative, goal­ oriented understanding of leadership will ensure an attractive working environment for academic and clinical specialists. You will lead a neurosurgery research group and create a productive environment for a successful research team.  Your profile You have broad neurosurgical experience with a special focus on neurooncological neurosurgery. You have successfully conducted your own research, including securing competitive third-party funding, in the area of neurooncological neurosurgery. You have proven leadership experience in an academic environment. Your distinctive expertise, leadership, and outstanding communication skills place you in an ideal position to gain acceptance and trust. You are able to create an attractive work environment, inspire creative thinking that can be put into action, and encourage your employees. You have a very good command of German.  We offer you A challenging and varied job in a university and clinical environment An innovative, interdisciplinary and open research environment A responsible leadership role An interdisciplinary collaboration in a future-oriented company Excellent employment conditions with an attractive salary policy, outstanding social benefits, and comprehensive support during the relocation to Basel Attractive startup package and endowment for teaching and research The University and the University Hospital of Basel stand for excellence through diversity and are committed to equal opportunities and family friendliness. In an effort to increase the proportion of women in professorships, the university is particularly interested in receiving applications from women. Application / Contact For further information, please contact the Chair of the Academic Recruitment Committee, Prof. Mirjam Christ-Crain, (E-Mail: Mirjam.Christ-Crain@usb.ch ; Phone.: +41 61 3287080) or the Scientific Coordinator of Academic Recruitment, Dr. Simone Neu (E-Mail: berufungen-medizin@unibas.ch ; Phone: +41 61 207 61 64).    Applications must be submitted by October 29, 2025. We kindly ask you to apply exclusively via the online application platform of the University of Basel and as described here . Apply www.unibas.ch