Cantonal Physician 80% to 100%

Ref 2581072 | Date: 25 Sept 2026 State of Neuchâtel Cantonal Physician 80% to 100% SCSP128bis Public Health Service (SCSP) The cantonal physician's team is attached to the SCSP. The cantonal physician, as well as their team, ensures the management of all medical issues related to public health. In this capacity, their missions notably cover: the control and supervision of the practice of medical professions, the prevention and fight against communicable diseases, as well as support and advice to health institutions regarding infection control. The team also monitors the sanitary status of health institutions and detention facilities, as well as compliance with patient rights. Your missions Within the SCSP, you lead a team specialized in public health medical issues, providing technical and medico-nursing expertise to the various offices of the service. You embody the medical authority linked to the function of cantonal physician, ensuring the protection of the population's health and steering the State's sovereign missions in this field. At the head of a multidisciplinary team, you coordinate the office's activities, particularly regarding the fight against communicable diseases and the protection of vulnerable populations. You contribute actively to the development, monitoring, and evaluation of the cantonal public health strategy. Finally, you participate, at the national level, in public health work and strategies. Your profile You hold a medical degree recognized in Switzerland (according to the LPMéd), as well as a federal or foreign postgraduate title that is also recognized. You have completed your path with postgraduate training in public health and benefit from proven experience in the fight against communicable diseases. Recognized for your skills in team management and crisis management, you demonstrate ease of communication both orally and in writing in French. We offer you * The opportunity to join a major institution with influence on society. * The possibility to commit to the future of your canton. * Participation in stimulating and impactful projects. Information M. Vincent Huguenin-Dumittan, head of the SCSP, by email: [Write an email](< >) [Work for the State](< >) This full-time position can be filled between 80% and 100%.* *Applications from women are strongly encouraged for senior positions. Application deadline: 25 October 2026 Salary: Class 15 Start of activity: 1 May 2027 jpid2cc977cjm jpit0939jm jpiy26jm