Life Science Zurich Graduate School offers over 80 fully funded PhD positions in the life sciences on a regular basis. With approximately 500 research groups and more than 1,600 PhD students, LSZGS is among the largest and most prestigious graduate schools in Europe. It encompasses 17 highly competitive PhD programs and is jointly operated by ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich.

Your responsibilities

Our PhD programs provide outstanding research and educational opportunities in a dynamic and international environment, ideal for ambitious students aiming to pursue a doctoral degree. If admitted, you will carry out your research project within one of our participating research groups, aligned with your scientific interests.
Throughout your studies, you will benefit from advanced courses and training tailored to support your academic and professional development. The program is conducted entirely in English and typically spans four years.

Your profile

We aim to attract to Zurich the most promising young scientists from across the world. We offer you a challenging training environment, a clear mentoring system and the opportunity to perform cutting-edge research. As a PhD student, you'll become part of a vibrant scientific and social community, collaborating with leading experts in your field and contributing to impactful discoveries.
Qualification profile
To be eligible for admission, applicants must hold-or expect to soon obtain-a Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field from a recognized university. Upon arrival in Zurich, students will be required to register with either the University of Zurich or ETH Zurich, depending on the affiliation of the research group they join.

Information on your application

Our web pages provide detailed information for submission of your application.
Please refer to the guidelines as we only take into consideration applications received
in the required format.
APPLICATION
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What we offer

Work-Life Balance

Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH

Learning and Development

Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich

Food

Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution

Healthcare

Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
Free seasonal flu vaccinations
Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower

Discounts

Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
Special conditions on hotel reservations

Conditions of Employment

Policies of the UZH
Most UZH staff are employed according to public law

International Services

Support for people from outside Switzerland

Campuses

Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

Location

Life Science Zurich Graduate School

Winterthurerstrasse 190, 8057 Zürich, Switzerland

Further information

Questions about the job

Dr.Susanna Bachmann

Coordinator

+41 44 635 31 35

Questions about the application procedure

Dr.Susanna Bachmann

Coordinator

+41 44 635 31 35

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