Fellowship in Neonatology or Consultant in Neonatology

The Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) seeks a Senior Fellow or Consultant in Neonatology to join its leading neonatal unit in Lausanne, Switzerland. The role involves providing specialized care for newborns, including preterm and complex cases, within an academic setting.

The Clinic of Neonatology at CHUV stands as Switzerland's largest neonatal unit, managing over 900 admissions annually alongside more than 3,000 deliveries. This position operates within a highly specialized academic environment dedicated to advanced neonatal care, offering significant opportunities for professional growth, teaching, and research involvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for over 900 neonatal admissions each year, covering extremely preterm infants and complex term cases requiring surgical or cardiac intervention.
• Oversee the management of both inborn and outborn newborns presenting with diverse medical and surgical conditions.
• Take part in neonatal emergency transport services.
• Conduct antenatal consultations and participate in multidisciplinary fetal care programs.

Requirements

• Hold board certification or an equivalent qualification in Neonatology.
• Demonstrate at least four years of experience working in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, with a minimum of six months in such a setting.
• Achieve French language proficiency at the B2 level.
• Previous experience in a Level III NICU is mandatory.

Nice to have

• Experience in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is strongly recommended and considered an advantage.
• Possession of FMH specialization in Pediatrics or an equivalent credential is preferred.

What the company offers

• Receive a 13th salary and 25 days of vacation annually.
• Enjoy first-rate social benefits, including 20 days of paternity leave, 4 months of maternity leave, and the option for a one-month complementary breastfeeding leave.
• Benefit from regular salary progression aligned with responsibilities.
• Access a minimum of three days of training per year through CHUV's internal center and external providers.
• Relocating employees may access one of 500 furnished apartments in surrounding neighborhoods.
• Take advantage of discounts on social and cultural events, goods, and services via the H-Oxygène association.
• Join the Mobility Plan for public transportation discounts, car fleet promotions, and electric bike discounts.
• Utilize high-quality corporate restaurants located in every hospital building with employee discounts.

About the company

CHUV collaborates with the Faculty of Biology and Medicine of the University of Lausanne and EPFL to lead in medical care, research, and training. The institution fosters a strong culture of teamwork, mentorship, and structured onboarding within a stimulating academic environment.

• Collaboration with the Faculty of Biology and Medicine of the University of Lausanne and EPFL.
• Strong culture of teamwork, mentorship, and structured onboarding.
• Stimulating academic environment offering excellent opportunities for professional development, teaching, and research.