Elevate Your Scientific Career in Zurich!
Join the Life Science Zurich Graduate School (LSZGS), one of Europe’s largest and most prestigious institutions for doctoral studies.
Operated jointly by ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich, we offer a dynamic, international environment for ambitious students ready to conduct cutting-edge research.
Why Choose LSZGS?
- Fully Funded Positions: We regularly offer over 100 fully funded PhD positions.
- Competitive Salary: Financial support follows Swiss National Science Foundation scales, currently between CHF 48,686 and 53,900.
- World-Class Community: Connect with 500 research groups and a vibrant community of over 1,600 PhD students.
- Tailored Development: Benefit from advanced courses and a clear mentoring system designed for your professional growth.
- Duration: Programs are conducted entirely in English and typically span four years.
Our 17 Specialized PhD Programs
Explore a diverse range of disciplines tailored to your scientific interests:
- Biomedicine / Biomedical Ethics and Law
- Cancer Biology / Clinical Science
- RNA Biology / Molecular Life Sciences
- Neuroscience / Microbiology and Immunology
- Ecology / Evolutionary Biology / Plant Science
- Drug Discovery / Systems Biology / Biomolecular Structure
- Epidemiology and Biostatistics / Science and Policy
- MD-PhD Program
Admission & Application
Who should apply? Applicants must hold (or soon obtain) a Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field from a recognized university.
How to Apply: We host two application calls per year. Ensure your application follows our specific formatting guidelines.
- Deadlines: May 1st & November 1st
- Apply online: www.lifescience-graduateschool.uzh.ch
Contact Us
Life Science Zurich Graduate School Winterthurerstrasse 190, 8057
Zurich Coordinator: Dr. Susanna Bachmann
Phone: +41 44 635 31 35 | Email: gradschool@lifescience.uzh.ch