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  • Biozentrum PhD Fellowships Program 2021

    Switzerland

    What is Biozentrum PhD Fellowships Program 2021?

    Biozentrum Ph.D. Fellowships Program 2021 is an initiative for young and motivated scientists around the world. This fellowship program is offered by the Werner Siemens Foundation and the University of Basel. The selected students will receive financial awards.

    Who is offering this scholarship ?

    Werner Siemens-Foundation and the University of Basel, Switzerland is offering this scholarship.

    Who can apply for this scholarship ?

    To be eligible, an applicant must:

    • Be academically good
    • Hold or expect soon a university degree that qualifies for a Ph.D. program at the University of Basel (M.Sc. degree or equivalent)

     

    Note - Students with a 4-year bachelor's degree, typically from outside the Bologna system, are also eligible to apply.

    What are the benefits ?

    The selected students will receive financial awards.

    How can you apply ?

    Eligible candidates can apply for the fellowship through the following steps -
    Step 1
    : Click on the 'Apply Now' button below. 
    Step 2: Fill in the required information and upload the relevant documents.
    Step 4: Submit the application form.

    What are the documents required for the Biozentrum PhD Fellowships Program 2021?

    • Electronic copies of Diploma/M.Sc. degree with grades and transcripts as pdf files
    • CV or scientific resume (maximum one page, pdf format) 
    • names and contact information of 2 referees from your previous academic environment (usually faculty members).
    • Reference letters

    What are the selection criteria ?

    • The prestigious Ph.D. fellowships are awarded on a competitive basis.
    • The shortlisted candidates are invited to the Biozentrum for a week of interviews with group leaders and other opportunities to interact and get to know the Biozentrum.
    • The referees will be contacted automatically for a reference letter. 

    What are the important dates ?

    Start of Online Applications: 20th September 2021
    Closing Date for Applications: 10th November 2021

    Contact details

    Biozentrum, University of Basel
    Klingelbergstrasse 50/70
    CH - 4056 Basel
    Switzerland
    Phone: +41 61 207 21 11
    Fax: +41 61 207 17 12
    Email: info-biozentrum@unibas.ch

    Deadline: 10-Nov-2021AwardFull financial support for Ph.D. thesis (3-4 years)EligibilityPostgraduates applicants