Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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PhD Opportunities in Biochemistry in Switzerland
Phd Positions in biochemistry in switzerland
4 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open PhD positions in biochemistry in Switzerland include ETH Zurich, University of Bern and University of Basel.
Marie Schölmerich
ETH Zurich
Switzerland
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1 week ago
Doctoral Position in Environmental Microbiology at ETH Zurich The Environmental Microbiology group led by Prof. Marie Schölmerich in the Department of Environmental Systems Science, ETH Zurich is recruiting for a fully funded 4-year PhD position . The project is embedded in the interdisciplinary NCCR Genesis network, which connects microbiology with geochemistry, planetary science, physics, chemistry, and origin-of-life research. This doctoral project focuses on the physiology and bioenergetics ...
Biochemistry
Chemistry
Microbiology
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1 week ago
University of Bern
Switzerland
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1 week ago
PhD position in Bottom-up Bioenergetics and Cell Metabolism at the University of Bern This PhD project sits at the interface of synthetic biology, biochemistry, bioenergetics, cell metabolism, membrane proteins, enzymology, and quantitative modelling . The work focuses on building cell-like systems from defined molecular components, with an emphasis on ATP and NAD(P)H regeneration, coupling energy modules to metabolic and biosynthetic pathways, and creating increasingly cell-like compartments in...
Biochemistry
Biology
Microscopy
+5 more
1 week ago
University of Basel
Switzerland
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1 month ago
The Swiss Nanoscience Institute (SNI) at the University of Basel is inviting applications for 6 fully funded PhD positions in the SNI Nanoscience PhD program. These projects span a broad nanoscience portfolio, including quantum physics , chemistry , materials science , nanotechnology , biochemistry , cell biology , and nanomedicine . Example topics include circuit quantum electrodynamics in atomically thin nanoelectronic devices, nano photonics with fibre cavities, nanopore detection of nanoclus...
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Chemistry
+10 more
1 month ago
Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research
Switzerland
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1 month ago
FMI International PhD Program Fall Call 2026 at the Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research (FMI) in Basel, Switzerland, is a funded PhD opportunity for students interested in cutting-edge biomedical research. The program focuses on the molecular and cellular basis of human disease and offers advanced interdisciplinary training across Genome Regulation , Multicellular Systems , and Neurobiology . Successful candidates will carry out a research project under the guidance of an FMI gr...
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
+8 more
1 month ago
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Cristina Benea-Chelmus
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Switzerland
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3 weeks ago
EPFL’s Hybrid Photonics Laboratory (HYLAB) is advertising a postdoctoral opening in integrated thin-film lithium niobate photonics . The position is hosted by Cristina Benea-Chelmus , Tenure Track Assistant Professor at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland . This opportunity is aimed at candidates who want to work on cutting-edge photonics , especially in the area of integrated thin-film lithium niobate . The post highlights a strong preference for someone who enjoys ha...
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Photonic
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3 weeks ago
Valérie Gabelica
University of Geneva
Switzerland
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3 weeks ago
The University of Geneva is offering a funded research position within the ERC Advanced Grant project CHIRAMASS , focused on developing new analytical approaches for chirality measurements by coupling ion mobility-mass spectrometry (IM-MS) with gas-phase ion spectroscopy . The post is based in the Biophysical and Bioanalytical Mass Spectrometry Laboratory in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and is supervised by Prof. Valérie Gabelica . This opportunity is available at either PhD or post...
Chemistry
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
+4 more
3 weeks ago
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Switzerland
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1 month ago
EPFL is offering Master Excellence Fellowships for outstanding students beginning a Master’s degree at the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne in Switzerland . The fellowship is designed for students with strong academic records and notable extracurricular achievements, including sporting, artistic, civic, entrepreneurial, or research-related activities. It is open both to students who earned their Bachelor’s degree at EPFL and to those who completed prior studies at another institution. Fu...
Computer Science
Chemistry
Environmental Science
+9 more
1 month ago
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
Popular professors
University Hospital of Geneva
Switzerland
Research Interests
Clinical Nutrition
Internal Medicine
Diabetology
Liver Fibrosis
Nafld
Has grant
Leitende Ärztin (chief of service)
University Hospital of Zurich
Switzerland
Research Interests
Clinical Nutrition
Immunology
Gut Microbiota
Diabetology
Glucose Metabolism
Group Leader, Lecturer
University of Neuchatel
Switzerland
Research Interests
Botany
Ecology
Plant Ecology
Molecular Ecology
Phytochemical
Has grant
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SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics
Switzerland
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Bioinformatics
Bioinformatic
Chemical Biology
Full Professor
University of Basel
Switzerland
Research Interests
Biochemical Engineering
Biochemistry
Biocatalysis
Metalloenzyme
Chemical Biology
Full Professor
University of Geneva
Switzerland
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
G Protein-coupled Receptor
Protein Chemistry
Signal Transduction
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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.