The Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a world-leading global health institute, focusing particularly on low- and middle-income countries. It uniquely combines research, education, and services to improve health and well-being by advancing understanding of diseases and health systems and applying this knowledge practically.

The institute's translational approach bridges innovation, validation, and application, providing novel diagnostics, drugs, and vaccines directly to those in need, including communities and policymakers. Swiss TPH operates in over 126 countries, fostering global health through innovative research, partnerships, and practical implementation.

Swiss TPH's work encompasses addressing climate and environmental challenges, infectious and non-communicable diseases, societal and cultural contexts, as well as health systems and policies.

Headquartered in Allschwil, Switzerland, with the Centre for Tropical and Travel Medicine in Basel, Swiss TPH has around 1,000 staff and students from 96 nations. It maintains 23 offices worldwide and operates as an associated institute of the University of Basel, contributing to teaching and postgraduate education.

Swiss TPH offers diverse career opportunities supporting a positive working culture with flexibility, well-being initiatives, and personal development programs. It welcomes a wide range of international applicants committed to advancing global health.