Highlights:
1. The Faculty of Sciences of the University of Geneva together with the Merck Serono Geneva Research Centre (SPRI) offers an outstanding research environment for studies in the Biomedical and Life Sciences.
2. The departments of Animal Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Plant Biology and the SPRI have united their efforts to provide an extensive educational background and possibilities in research that are necessary to meet the scientific challenges of the future.
3. All students in the program take part in a common curriculum creating a team spirit and facilitating exchange. Over thirty research groups participate in the program offering a wide variety of research themes. There are currently over 80 PhD students in the host labs and we predict approximately 15 new entries each year.
4. All students entering the program are remunerated according to the standards of the University of Geneva, which are above those of the Swiss National Science Foundation and generous when compared to other international PhD programs.
5. Geneva is a central point in Western Europe, the home to several important international organizations and businesses, has a wide range of cultural activities for all tastes, and provides an outstanding natural environment for outdoor activities.
6. The normal duration of a PhD thesis is 4 years, but funding can be secured for up to 5 years when necessary.
7. A dedicated program including formal course work in the first year (3 hours per week, 30 weeks) is team taught and covers advanced topics in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Molecular Biology, including 2 weeks on the ethical conduct of science.
8. All course work is in English. During the first year the students begin research in the laboratory that they have chosen and produce a written thesis project to be defended orally in front of their thesis advisory committee (their thesis advisor, a co-advisor, and a third group leader from another department).
9. As far as is possible the students can choose their thesis advisor. The subsequent years are devoted mainly to research, seminars, and a yearly student retreat. At least one external workshop (for example, SKMB, FEBS, EMBO) should also be attended during this time. The thesis examination takes place according the regulations of the University of Geneva and includes a written examination (typically in form of a research proposal in a field other than the thesis) and an oral exam meant to test scientific maturity.
10. While most of the successful candidates will have a strong background in molecular life sciences (Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, Molecular Biology/Genetics, Cell Biology), exceptionally motivated students from other scientific branches (e.g. Physics, Chemistry) with a strong interest for life sciences are encouraged to apply.
11. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in the Sciences or its equivalent
12. An equivalent usually includes 9 semesters of University level training with a written research project
13. Student applications from outside of Europe should include the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
14. Applicants should have a good knowledge of English
15. The admissions committee will base its decision on the applications and interviews. Students living in Europe will be reimbursed for their trip to Geneva by train. Interviews of students outside of Europe will depend upon the circumstances. Invitations for interviews are sent within a few weeks after the deadlines and a final decision should be made approximately 4 months before the beginning of the program.
16. Prospective students should submit:
Copies of your diplomas and grades
A brief description of your research and scientific interests
Two letters of recommendation from professors or teachers who have followed your work
Application form http://www.unige.ch/sciences/biochimie/doctoral/ApplicationForm.html
http://www.unige.ch/sciences/biochimie/doctoral/Description.html http://www.unige.ch/sciences/biochimie/doctoral/ResearchGroup.html
1. The Faculty of Sciences of the University of Geneva together with the Merck Serono Geneva Research Centre (SPRI) offers an outstanding research environment for studies in the Biomedical and Life Sciences.
2. The departments of Animal Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Plant Biology and the SPRI have united their efforts to provide an extensive educational background and possibilities in research that are necessary to meet the scientific challenges of the future.
3. All students in the program take part in a common curriculum creating a team spirit and facilitating exchange. Over thirty research groups participate in the program offering a wide variety of research themes. There are currently over 80 PhD students in the host labs and we predict approximately 15 new entries each year.
4. All students entering the program are remunerated according to the standards of the University of Geneva, which are above those of the Swiss National Science Foundation and generous when compared to other international PhD programs.
5. Geneva is a central point in Western Europe, the home to several important international organizations and businesses, has a wide range of cultural activities for all tastes, and provides an outstanding natural environment for outdoor activities.
6. The normal duration of a PhD thesis is 4 years, but funding can be secured for up to 5 years when necessary.
7. A dedicated program including formal course work in the first year (3 hours per week, 30 weeks) is team taught and covers advanced topics in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Molecular Biology, including 2 weeks on the ethical conduct of science.
8. All course work is in English. During the first year the students begin research in the laboratory that they have chosen and produce a written thesis project to be defended orally in front of their thesis advisory committee (their thesis advisor, a co-advisor, and a third group leader from another department).
9. As far as is possible the students can choose their thesis advisor. The subsequent years are devoted mainly to research, seminars, and a yearly student retreat. At least one external workshop (for example, SKMB, FEBS, EMBO) should also be attended during this time. The thesis examination takes place according the regulations of the University of Geneva and includes a written examination (typically in form of a research proposal in a field other than the thesis) and an oral exam meant to test scientific maturity.
10. While most of the successful candidates will have a strong background in molecular life sciences (Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, Molecular Biology/Genetics, Cell Biology), exceptionally motivated students from other scientific branches (e.g. Physics, Chemistry) with a strong interest for life sciences are encouraged to apply.
11. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in the Sciences or its equivalent
12. An equivalent usually includes 9 semesters of University level training with a written research project
13. Student applications from outside of Europe should include the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
14. Applicants should have a good knowledge of English
15. The admissions committee will base its decision on the applications and interviews. Students living in Europe will be reimbursed for their trip to Geneva by train. Interviews of students outside of Europe will depend upon the circumstances. Invitations for interviews are sent within a few weeks after the deadlines and a final decision should be made approximately 4 months before the beginning of the program.
16. Prospective students should submit:
Copies of your diplomas and grades
A brief description of your research and scientific interests
Two letters of recommendation from professors or teachers who have followed your work
Application form http://www.unige.ch/sciences/biochimie/doctoral/ApplicationForm.html
http://www.unige.ch/sciences/biochimie/doctoral/Description.html http://www.unige.ch/sciences/biochimie/doctoral/ResearchGroup.html
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