Hi Bev,

Please forward this to graduate students in plant science.

Thanks

Muthu

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Hi all,

Following information may be useful for those looking for phd opportunities.

PhD positions in the life sciences, ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich, Switzerland

The Life Science Zurich Graduate School houses several Ph.D. programs that cover distinct areas of the life sciences. Each program offers research and education opportunities in a stimulating international environment for ambitious students who wish to work towards a Ph.D. degree. Accepted students perform their research project in one of the participating research groups of their favorite program, according to their scientific interest. Advanced teaching and training courses are offered throughout the curriculum. The program language is English throughout.

Applicants must hold or anticipate receiving a Masters degree or equivalent from a university in a relevant field before starting the Ph.D. program. Applicants accepted for the program will have to register with either the University of Zurich or ETH Zurich, depending on the affiliation of their future research group.

Application deadlines: July 1st and December 1st

Ph.D. studies usually last 3-4 years

The  web pages provide detailed information for submission of application. Please refer to the guidelines as they only take into consideration applications received in the required format.

Submission of application only via Internet at
http://www.lifescience-graduateschool.ch/index.php?id=108

Regards,

Muthu

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Department of Plant Science
University of Manitoba
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