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Master’s Opportunities in Catalysis in Switzerland
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University of Edinburgh
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United Kingdom
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The University of Edinburgh offers a Materials and Processes MScR, a postgraduate research master's programme based at the Institute for Materials and Processes within the School of Engineering. It is available full-time over one year or part-time over two years, with multiple start dates and study at the King's Buildings campus in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. The programme is suitable for students seeking specialist research training in materials science, materials processing, chemical engineerin...
Biomedical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
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Forschungszentrum Jülich
Germany
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3 weeks ago
Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH is offering a Master Thesis in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, geoscience, and related fields focused on the synthesis and characterization of NiAl layered double hydroxides as precursors for Ni-based CO₂ methanation catalysts . The project is rooted in power-to-gas technologies and the Sabatier reaction , aiming to convert hydrogen and carbon dioxide into synthetic methane. The research goal is to understand the structure-activity relationship o...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
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École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Switzerland
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1 week ago
Fully funded PhD and postdoctoral opportunities are available in Sustainable Chemical Engineering at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland. The research is based in the Laboratory of Sustainable and Catalytic Processing (LPDC), with a focus on sustainable catalytic processing, biobased polymers, and biobased surfactants. These opportunities are suitable for researchers interested in chemical engineering, catalysis, sustainable processing, chemistry, bioengineering, and mat...
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
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Jeremy Luterbacher
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École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Switzerland
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1 week ago
Closing soon
Jeremy Luterbacher, Full Professor at EPFL, is recruiting 1–2 postdoctoral researchers and 2–3 PhD students for the Laboratory of Sustainable and Catalytic Processing (LPDC). The major research focus will be lignin extraction and engineering for applications in chemicals and materials. The opportunity is well suited to researchers interested in chemical engineering, chemistry, sustainable processing, catalysis, biomass valorization, lignin, and materials science. Applications will begin being re...
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
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Jeremy Luterbacher
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École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Switzerland
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1 week ago
Closing soon
EPFL’s Laboratory of Sustainable and Catalytic Processing (LPDC) is hiring 1–2 postdoctoral researchers and 2–3 PhD students . The research will focus on lignin extraction and engineering for applications in chemicals and materials, within a broader programme of sustainable and catalytic processing. The positions are based at EPFL in Switzerland and are led by Full Professor Jeremy Luterbacher. The post does not specify eligibility requirements, salary, stipend, tuition coverage, or other fundin...
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
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Living costs in Switzerland
Estimated costs in Switzerland.
MonthlyYearly | Switzerland |
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 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 Geneva
Switzerland
Research Interests
Organic Chemistry
Physical Chemistry
Photochemistry
Molecular Electronics
Photoelectrocatalysis
Full Professor of Nano- & Materials Engineering, Applied Physics¦ Head of Research Unit Laboratory of Applied NanoSciences ¦ Director of Master of Advanced Studies in Nano- and Microtechnologies (2009-2019)¦(since 02/2021) Head of Degree Programme Industrial Systems Engineering - Mechanical Design and Machine Engineering¦
HEIG-VD / HES-SO / Laboratory of Applied NanoSciences (COMATEC-LANS), University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Sw
Switzerland
Research Interests
Polymer Chemistry
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Tenure-track Assistant Professor
University of Basel
Switzerland
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Condensed Matter Physics
Nanostructured Materials
Semiconductor Physics
Spin Crossover
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Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich
Switzerland
Research Interests
Organic Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Catalysis
Cross-coupling Reactions
Sustainable Chemistry
ETH-Bereich Hochschulen
Switzerland
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Catalysis
Electrocatalysis
Metal Chemistry
ETH Zürich
Switzerland
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Biochemical Engineering
Catalysis
Green Chemistry
Electrocatalysis
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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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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.