Working in Switzerland Living and working in Switzerland

Switzerland is a world leader in research and development. What opportunities are there for foreign researchers in Switzerland?

With several top-ranked universities and programmes, scientific academies and a strong relationship between the industry and scientific research, Switzerland is at the summit of scientific innovation at a European and global level.

Switzerland has some of the most sought-after universities in the world. This makes the country a highly attractive place to come for postdoctoral studies. It is also comparatively well paid. This article explores the area of postdoc in Switzerland.

With a long tradition in providing educational excellence, Switzerland proves a popular choice for the international student. This article examines its higher education system, and why it is popular with students from abroad and scientists alike.

Switzerland is one of the leading countries in the field of dual careers. It has been leading the way in appealing to couples within scientific and research-led academia. This article looks at how this works.

Switzerland is famed for its financial arrangements both nationally and internationally. Its tax rates may at first seem complicated, but there are benefits if the rules are followed. This article examines how taxes work in Switzerland.

Did you know over 50 per cent of PhD students at Swiss universities are international students? The fabulous reputation Swiss educational institutes enjoy abroad only increases this country’s appeal.

Professors in Switzerland enjoy high salaries and excellent career prospects at institutions such as ETH Zurich. What is the academic career path for a researcher in Switzerland?

Switzerland is one of the world’s most innovative research countries and has attracted international students and researchers for some time. This article provides information which will help you get your visa.

This is a simple guide to how health insurance works in Switzerland and suggests which options may be best for you.

The working areas of chemistry graduates are as diverse as their salaries - factors that have a positive effect on salary include postgraduate qualifications, working in industry and management responsibility.

The application for academics must be tailored to the future employer. We consider what aspects are important to personnel managers in industry, and R&D in the application and interview.

How do people greet one another in Germany? How do work colleagues interact? Anyone arriving in a foreign country for the first time is often unsure of how they should behave.

There are many exciting opportunities for academics in Austria, including assistant professors, professors and visiting professors, with excellent salaries and working conditions. How can you become a professor in Austria, and what can you expect to earn at different stages of your academic career?