Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute

About Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute

The Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a world-leading institute in global health, focusing on improving health and well-being locally, nationally, and internationally, especially in low- and middle-income countries. It uniquely integrates research, education, and services to address pressing health challenges.

Our Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: Swiss TPH is dedicated to improving health and well-being through excellence in research, education and services, bridging scientific discovery and practical application to deliver innovative health solutions to those who need them most.

Vision: To make the world a healthier place by addressing critical health challenges like climate change, infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and stronger health systems.

Values: Courage, Integrity, Passion, and Respect guide the organization's culture and work.

What We Do and Our Reach

The institute operates globally in over 126 countries with multidisciplinary expertise in infectious biology, epidemiology, medicine, social sciences, modeling, and health policy. Key strengths include an integrated translational approach from innovation to application, a commitment to quality and ethics, and strong partnerships with governments, academia, NGOs, and the private sector.

Swiss TPH combines cutting-edge research and practical implementation to develop novel diagnostics, drugs, vaccines, and health system solutions, fostering mutual learning and sustainable development worldwide.

Careers and Opportunities

Swiss TPH offers a positive, supportive working environment with a range of benefits that promote work-life balance, health and well-being, and professional growth. Roles often focus on global health challenges across thematic areas like climate and environment, infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, societal and cultural contexts, and health systems and policies.

The primary working language at Swiss TPH is English, welcoming a diverse workforce from around 96 countries, with flexible working arrangements including remote work, part-time roles, and job sharing.