Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Causal Inference in Switzerland
Positions in causal inference in switzerland
3 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open positions in causal inference in Switzerland include SUPSI and University of Zurich.
SUPSI
Switzerland
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5 days ago
Fully funded PhD in Formal Epistemology of Human–AI Interactions at IDSIA USI-SUPSI in Lugano, Switzerland. The four-year doctoral position is part of a Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF)-funded project led by Andrea Ferrario and focuses on the foundations of human–AI interaction. The research brings together causal modelling, multi-agent systems, mathematical optimisation, and the philosophy of AI. Potential real-world applications include neuro-intensive care and cybersecurity. The docto...
Computer Science
Mathematics
Artificial Intelligence
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5 days ago
University of Zurich
Switzerland
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1 month ago
The Department of Economics at the University of Zurich is inviting applications for a Pre-Doctoral Program – Global Talent Common Application (70% employment, temporary). This is a pre-doctoral research position in economics designed for qualified applicants from low- and middle-income countries and/or applicants with a refugee background. Selected pre-docs work with a professor in the economics department and gain hands-on experience across the research process: brainstorming, literature revie...
Computer Science
Mathematics
Statistical Analysis
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1 month ago
University of Zurich
Switzerland
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1 month ago
The Department of Economics at the University of Zurich is inviting applications for a Pre-Doctoral Program – Global Talent Common Application (70% employment), starting 2027-03-01 and offered on a temporary basis. This pre-doc opportunity is designed for qualified applicants from low- and middle-income countries and/or applicants with a refugee background . It is a research-focused position in economics, with pre-doctoral fellows working closely with a professor in the department and gaining ha...
Computer Science
Mathematics
Causal Inference
+3 more
1 month ago
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Living costs in Switzerland
Estimated costs in Switzerland.
MonthlyYearly | Switzerland |
|---|---|
 Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | CHF132 $150/yr |
 Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | CHF845 $960/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | CHF845 $960/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | CHF9.5k $10,800/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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Full Professor & Senator William McMaster Chair in Econometrics
McMaster University
Canada
Research Interests
Biostatistics
Statistics
Nonparametric Methods
Bayesian Statistics
Statistical Modelling
Distinguished Research Professor
University of Calgary
Canada
Research Interests
Actuarial Science
Biostatistics
Accuracy
System Reliability
Contextual Analysis
Associate Professor
University of Canterbury
New Zealand
Research Interests
Mathematical Logic
Epistemology
Mathematics
Low-temperature Physics
Complexity Theory
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UniDistance Suisse
Switzerland
Research Interests
Behavioral Economics
Microeconomics
Causal Inference
Propensity Score Analysis
Input-output Analysis
Professor
ETH Zürich
Switzerland
Research Interests
Biostatistics
Statistics
Causal Inference
Statistical Inference
Graphical Models
Professor
Université de Fribourg Faculté des sciences économiques et sociales
Switzerland
Research Interests
Behavioral Economics
Statistics
Causal Inference
Propensity Score Analysis
Tourism Economics
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ETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme
Fully Funded
ETH ZurichSwitzerlandCloses Usually in December
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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship
Fully Funded
Swiss ConfederationSwitzerlandCloses Usually between autumn and early winter, depending on country
SwitzerlandCloses Usually between autumn and early winter, depending on countryFully funded Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships support international researchers and some arts students for research, PhD, postdoctoral, and selected arts master's study in Switzerland.
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.