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Academic positions in Zurich

63 open positions, aggregated daily from university career portals across Europe.

Switzerland hosts some of Europe's most competitive academic institutions, led by the two federal institutes of technology — ETH Zurich and EPFL — alongside cantonal universities in Zurich, Basel, Bern, Geneva and Lausanne. Most positions are funded through the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) or directly by the institution. Academic salaries are among the highest globally, with PhD students typically earning CHF 47,000–50,000 and postdocs CHF 80,000–100,000 per year.

•Primary funding body: SNSF (Swiss National Science Foundation)
•Working language: English in STEM, varies by canton otherwise
•Non-EU nationals need a work permit; universities sponsor them routinely
•Typical PhD duration: 3–5 years

ETH Zurich · Future Health Technologies II (FHT II)

PhD

PhD Researcher - PDTx

The Singapore-ETH Centre was established in 2010 by ETH Zurich - The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and Singapore’s National Research Foundation (NRF), as part of the NRF’s campus. As ETH Zurich's only research centre outside of Switzerland, the centre has strengthened the research capacity of ETH Zurich to develop sustainable solutions to global challenges in Switzerland, Singapore and the surrounding regions. Set in Asia, in a rapidly urbanising region, the Singapore-ETH Centre aims to provide practical solutions to some of the most pressing challenges on urban sustainability,…

🇨🇭 Singapore100%fixed-term

No deadlineSource: ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich · Department of Health Science and Technology

PhD

Doctoral student position – Evaluating novel mineral sources for treatment of micronutrient deficiencies in humans

The ETH Zurich and in the Department of Health Science and Technology are running a joint strategic research line on. The Sustainable Food Processing group focuses on a system-oriented approach in food production via the consideration of the total value chain, including emerging needs in society and their environmental, economic, and social impact. Innovative raw materials are utilized within urban farming and processing concepts to enable new ways of sustainable food supply. The Laboratory of Epigenetics, Nutrition and Metabolism aims to gain insights into the complex relationship between…

🇨🇭 Zurich100%fixed-term

No deadlineSource: ETH Zurich

University of Zurich · Department of Evolutionary Anthropology (IEA)

Professorship

Professorship for Evolutionary Anthropology and Primatology

The successful candidate must be an established researcher in their field of evolutionary anthropology and primatology with a proven track record in terms of research output, acquisition of third-party funding, and teaching and mentoring. The future professor is expected to strengthen the scientific impact and societal role of the Department of Evolutionary Anthropology (IEA). The professorship will be substantially integrated into the three existing biology curricula within the Faculty of Science at the University of Zurich. It is expected to regularly offer core and elective courses-ranging…

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No deadlineSource: University of Zurich

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Frequently asked questions

What is the typical PhD salary in Switzerland?+

PhD students in Switzerland are employed researchers, typically earning CHF 47,000–50,000 per year at ETH/EPFL and cantonal universities. Salaries vary slightly by canton and institution but are among the highest in the world for doctoral researchers.

Do I need to speak German to work in academia in Switzerland?+

English is the working language in most STEM departments at Swiss universities. German, French or Italian may be expected for teaching or administrative roles depending on the linguistic region. ETH Zurich and EPFL operate largely in English.

How do work permits work for academic researchers in Switzerland?+

Universities routinely sponsor work permits for international researchers. EU/EFTA citizens benefit from free movement. Non-EU nationals typically receive an L (short-term) or B (residence) permit, with processing handled by the employing institution.

Academic positions in Zurich

PhD Researcher - PDTx

Doctoral student position – Evaluating novel mineral sources for treatment of micronutrient deficiencies in humans

Professorship for Evolutionary Anthropology and Primatology

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Research and Teaching Assistant

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