Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Chemical Biology in Switzerland
Position in chemical biology in switzerland
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The open position in chemical biology in Switzerland listed here is at ETH Zürich.
ETH Zürich
Closing soon
Switzerland
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2 months ago
Closing soon
The NOMIS Foundation ETH Postdoctoral Fellowship at ETH Zurich supports postdoctoral researchers working within the Centre for Origin and Prevalence of Life (COPL) . The fellowship is designed for young interdisciplinary researchers pursuing bold, fundamental, and high-risk projects related to the origin and prevalence of life. It provides a framework for fellows to develop research independence while benefiting from access to a broad international network through COPL, the NOMIS collaborative r...
Biochemistry
Geology
Molecular Biology
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University of Bath
United Kingdom
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3 weeks ago
University of Bath, Department of Chemical Engineering, is advertising a PhD studentship on how molecular memory is written in molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) through atomistic simulation and reactive molecular dynamics . The project asks a fundamental question in polymer chemistry and computational materials design: how do template molecules, functional monomers, and cross-linkers organise before polymerisation, and how does the polymer network form around the template to create high-fide...
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
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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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University of Gdańsk
Poland
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Polymer Physics
Protein Chemistry
Structural Biology
Molecular Physics
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University of Sheffield
United Kingdom
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Microbiology
Protein Chemistry
Nmr Spectroscopy
Hydrogen Bonding
Professor
Australian National University
Australia
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Biochemical Engineering
Protein Chemistry
Protein Expression
Peptide Chemistry
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Senior lecturer/Maître d'enseignement et de recherche
Université de Genève
Switzerland
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Chemical Biology
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Natural Products Chemistry
ETH Zürich
Switzerland
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Genome Engineering
Supramolecular Chemistry
ETH Zürich
Switzerland
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Natural Product Synthesis
Chemical Biology
Metabolomic
Scholarships relevant to you
EPFL Excellence Fellowships
Partially Funded
École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)SwitzerlandAnnual
SwitzerlandAnnualEPFL Excellence Fellowships are merit-based awards for outstanding students applying to selected master's programmes at EPFL in Switzerland.
Master
ETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme
Fully Funded
ETH ZurichSwitzerlandCloses Usually in December
SwitzerlandCloses Usually in DecemberThe ETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme supports outstanding students applying for a Master's degree at ETH Zurich with funding and mentoring.
Master
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?
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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.