Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Developmental Biology in Switzerland
Positions in developmental biology in switzerland
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Universities with open positions in developmental biology in Switzerland include EPFL and ETH Zurich.
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The Zenk Lab at EPFL’s NeuroNA Chair in Epigenomics of Neurodevelopmental Disorders (EpiGN) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher for an interdisciplinary project at the intersection of single-cell genomics, machine learning, and developmental biology. The position focuses on integrating and analysing multi-modal single-cell datasets, including scRNA-seq, scATAC-seq, scCUT&Tag, Hi-C, and proteomics, to study trajectory inference, regulatory dynamics, and cell fate decisions. A central aim is to u...
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Dagmar Iber
ETH Zurich
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ETH Zurich is advertising 2 PhD positions in digital twins of embryonic development at its Basel location. The openings are in computational biology and focus on two related research directions: mathematical modelling of biology , and computing for parameter estimation (including PINNs ) plus simulation environments . This is a strong fit for applicants interested in biology , mathematics , and computer science , especially those with experience or motivation in modelling developmental processes...
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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 |
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Popular professors
Professor of Neurobiology
Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research
Switzerland
Research Interests
Developmental Neuroscience
Systems Neuroscience
Epigenetic
Synaptic Biology
Transcriptional Biology
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Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich
Switzerland
Research Interests
Animal Science
Obstetrics And Gynecology
Hormone Biology
Animal Reproduction
Extracellular Vesicle
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University Hospital of Bern
Switzerland
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Biochemistry
Biochemical Engineering
Transporter Biology
Yeast Biology
Ion Transport
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Professor
University of Geneva
Switzerland
Research Interests
Developmental Neuroscience
Systems Neuroscience
Neuroscience
Developmental Biology
Synaptic Biology
University of Zurich
Switzerland
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Tissue Engineering
Developmental Biology
Macrophage Biology
Tissue Biology
University of Basel
Switzerland
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Tissue Engineering
Developmental Biology
Organoid Technology
Tissue Biology
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.
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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.
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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.