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EPFL Life Sciences Summer Research Program in Switzerland 2027 | Fully Funded

Scholarships CornerSwitzerlandSalary not listed · Typical pay in SwitzerlandPosted Oct 6, 2026

Scholarships Corner is hiring for the position of EPFL Life Sciences Summer Research Program in Switzerland 2027 | Fully Funded in Switzerland.

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Scholarships Corner is hiring for the position of EPFL Life Sciences Summer Research Program in Switzerland 2027 | Fully Funded in Switzerland.

From the advert, the main requirements are English and French language skills.

The advert names research as a skill for this role.

The employer does not state a salary in this listing; DGJ Insight below shows an official pay benchmark for the place where one exists.

Visa sponsorship is not mentioned. Applicants from outside Switzerland should check the official work permit route before applying.

Dev Global Jobs found this job on ScholarshipsCorner on Oct 6, 2026; the apply link was last checked on Nov 1, 2026.

Employer
Scholarships Corner
Location
Switzerland
Pay
Not stated by the employer
Languages asked
English and French
Found
Oct 6, 2026 on ScholarshipsCorner
Employer text
601 words, about 3 min to read
Skills named in the advert
research
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Updated Nov 3, 2026
Pay benchmark
Average wage, Switzerland
CHF 98,334 average / year

Source: OECD Average annual wages, 2025

Cost of living · Geneva
102.7 vs New York = 100

UN living-cost index for Geneva (ICSC post adjustment 80.3), as of 1 Oct 2026.

Source: ICSC post adjustment classifications (icsc.un.org)

Work permit route
  • Work permit B / L (non-EU quota): Highly qualified specialists, employer proves no Swiss or EU candidate; annual quotas
  • EU/EFTA free movement permits: Registration for EU/EFTA nationals with a job

Official routes: State Secretariat for Migration (SEM)

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Apply link answered

Answered at our last check on Nov 1, 2026.

Job description

About the role

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The EPFL Life Sciences Summer Research Program in Switzerland 2027 has been announced for students seeking careers in biology, biophysics, bioengineering, bioinformatics, genetics, chemistry, quantitative biology, or other related life sciences fields. The duration of SRP 2027 is eight weeks, running from July 5, August 27, 2027. The EPFL School of Life Sciences offers this program to help potential candidates worldwide develop their skills by exploring solutions to field specific challenges and working on advanced research projects.

The fully-funded summer fellowship program is available for everyone who is enrolled at the university level in the mentioned fields. 20-25 candidates participate each summer in the research program of Switzerland. They will get 8 weeks of lab experience during the tenure. They will get mentorship from faculty and scientific staff to complete their projects on time. Moreover, you will get the privilege of attending scientific seminars and personal development workshops.

The EPFL summer school in Switzerland is considered a rich program, encompassing social activities of a day hike with BBQ and others. The participants will get the opportunity to be a part of ongoing research experience in EPFL lab. They will learn new techniques related to health issues. Their critical thinking towards the intricacies of their fields will be improved.

Talking about EPFL was founded in 1969 as recognized as one of the youngest institutions of technology in the world with over 17000 students and employees making it a dynamic and bustling campus. The mode of communication for workshops, seminars, and lab classes will be in the English language. However, French or other languages can be used for informal communication among the fellows. Housing will be either in Lausanne or Geneva depending upon the availability of space.

01Host Country

  • Switzerland

02Host Institute

  • The École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne

03EPFL Program Duration

  • Eight Weeks

04Benefits of the EPFL Summer Research Program 2027

  • Each student receives CHF 3,600 for the two-month period to cover housing and living expenses.
  • Housing is pre-arranged and paid for from the stipend.
  • Students stay in Lausanne near the EPFL campus, usually in single rooms, sharing kitchen and bathroom facilities with other SRP participants. Special housing arrangements are not possible.
  • The majority of travel costs to and from Switzerland are covered, with reimbursement of up to CHF 1,000 for overseas flights and CHF 500 for shorter distances.

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05Eligibility Criteria of the EPFL Life Sciences Summer Research Program in Switzerland

  • Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree program.
  • Must have completed at least two years of a Bachelor’s degree by the start of the program.
  • Students up to the first year of a Master’s degree are eligible.
  • You must be enrolled in any of the following fields at the university level: biology, biophysics, bioengineering, bioinformatics, genetic courses, chemistry, quantitative biology, or other related programs.
  • You must have completed a minimum of two years of work experience before the start of the program.
  • You must exhibit strong passion in pursuing a career in life sciences.

06How to Apply for the EPFL Summer Research Program in Switzerland 2027

  • Students must apply online.
  • Fill in the required fields appropriately.
  • Ensure to provide the supporting documents.
  • Carefully submit the application form.

07EFPL Summer Program Deadline

  • The application deadline for the EPFL Life Sciences Summer Research Program in Switzerland is November 15th.

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