Looking to pursue a fully funded PhD in life sciences in Europe? The Life Science Zurich Graduate School (LSZGS), a prestigious joint initiative by ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich, is now accepting applications for 100+ funded PhD positions in Switzerland. This is your opportunity to be part of one of Europe’s leading scientific communities!
🔍 Why Choose LSZGS for Your PhD?
If you’re passionate about research and aiming for academic excellence, here’s why LSZGS should be at the top of your list:
- ✅ 100+ Fully Funded PhD Positions
- ✅ 17 Interdisciplinary PhD Programs
- ✅ International Research Environment
- ✅ Advanced Scientific Training & Courses
- ✅ Annual Salary: CHF 48,216–55,000
- ✅ World-Class Facilities at ETH Zurich & University of Zurich
📚 Available PhD Programs
LSZGS offers a wide range of specialized programs in cutting-edge research areas. You can choose from:
- Biomedicine
- Biomolecular Structure & Mechanism
- Cancer Biology
- Clinical Science
- Drug Discovery
- Ecology
- Epidemiology & Biostatistics
- Evolutionary Biology
- MD-PhD Program
- Microbiology & Immunology
- Molecular Life Sciences
- Neuroscience
- Plant Science
- RNA Biology
- Systems Biology
- Biomedical Ethics & Law (Medical Track)
- Science and Policy
Explore detailed program descriptions on the official LSZGS website.
📍 Program Details at a Glance
- Location: Zurich, Switzerland
- Language of Instruction: English
- PhD Duration: Approximately 4 years
- Degree Awarded By: ETH Zurich or University of Zurich, depending on your research group
💸 Funding & Salary
All PhD positions at LSZGS are fully funded, with no separate funding application required. The funding is provided according to Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) standards, offering an annual gross salary between CHF 48,216 and CHF 55,000.
🧬 Eligibility Criteria
To apply for these competitive PhD positions, you must:
- Hold (or be in the final year of) a Master’s degree in life sciences or a related field
- Meet the doctoral admission requirements of ETH Zurich or the University of Zurich
- Demonstrate strong academic performance and research motivation
- Be proficient in English
🗓️ Application Deadlines
LSZGS conducts two application rounds per year:
- Spring Deadline: May 1
- Fall Deadline: November 1
Early application is encouraged to increase your chances of selection.
👉 Apply now via the official application portal – detailed guidelines, FAQs, and document checklists are available.
🔬 Life at LSZGS – More Than Just Research
By joining LSZGS, you’ll be immersed in a collaborative, international research environment with:
- Structured mentoring and supervision
- High-end laboratory access and cutting-edge technology
- Career development workshops and seminars
- An active and vibrant PhD student community
- Life in Zurich, consistently ranked among the most livable cities in the world
📞 Contact Information
For more information or questions, reach out to:
Dr. Susanna Bachmann
Life Science Zurich Graduate School
📧 Email: gradschool@lifescience.uzh.ch
🌐 Website: www.lifescience-graduateschool.uzh.ch
🚀 Take the Next Step in Your Scientific Career
Don’t miss this opportunity to join one of Europe’s top life science PhD programs. Whether your passion lies in molecular biology, neuroscience, epidemiology, or bioethics, LSZGS has the right research environment for you.
📅 Apply by May 1 or November 1 and begin your PhD journey in the heart of Switzerland!