PhD in Bioprocess Technology and Food Biotechnology (Wädenswil Campus)

Doctoral studentship at the Institute of Chemistry and Biotechnology (ICBT) overlooking Lake Zurich in Wädenswil, developing continuous bioprocessing systems for therapeutic recombinant proteins.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master's in Biotechnology, Chemical Biology, or Food Chemistry
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Hands-on experience in bioreactor cultivation, cell line engineering, or downstream purification
Recommendation letters: Two academic letters of appraisal

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

Financial support / stipend: Salaried doctoral research contract: CHF 50,040/year + laboratory consumables budget
Application fee: CHF 100
Tuition / joining costs: CHF 0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 31, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

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

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