Switzerland · PhD · Reviewed 2026-10-15

PhD in Health Economics & Health Policy (Center for Health, Policy and Economics)

Doctoral research position investigating health insurance incentives, hospital reimbursement structures, and the economic evaluation of novel pharmaceuticals in Switzerland.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master's degree in Economics, Econometrics, Health Economics, or Statistics
English language proficiency: IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 95
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Strong econometric modeling background and 5-page research proposal on healthcare pricing or insurance models
Recommendation letters: Two academic referee letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: CHF 48,000/year salaried contract funded by Swiss National Science Foundation
Application fee: CHF 100
Tuition / joining costs: CHF 0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 15, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Lucerne documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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