Funded PhD Position

EPFL Doctoral Program in Molecular Life Sciences (EDMS) – 1 November 2026 Deadline

École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) · Switzerland

Deadline

November 1, 2026· 34 days left

Degree Level

PhD

Funding

Fully Funded

Location

On-site

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Overview

EPFL's doctoral programme in molecular life sciences, covering areas such as cell and molecular biology, infection and immunity, cancer and structural biology. Applications must be complete online by 1 November 2026; shortlisted candidates are invited to Hiring Days in Lausanne in January 2027 and must start within 6 months of the interviews.

Eligibility

Master's degree (MSc) in a relevant field, or a 4-5 year Bachelor's with sufficient maths and physics; English proficiency (TOEFL/GRE recommended for non-native speakers); must not have previously done a related thesis at EPFL.

Nationality: Open to all nationalities

Funding & Benefits

PhD students at EPFL have dual status as doctoral students and EPFL employees (salaried doctoral assistants); the programme page does not state the salary. Travel and accommodation for the Hiring Days interviews are covered.

Opportunity information is provided for convenience. Requirements and deadlines may change. Always verify the latest information from the official source before applying.