About EPFL
EPFL (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne) is one of Europe’s leading institutions for science and technology and a federal institute of technology in Switzerland. Founded in 1969, EPFL has developed a strong international profile in engineering, computer science, life sciences, and interdisciplinary research.
Located in Lausanne on the shores of Lake Geneva, EPFL operates within a highly international research environment and maintains strong collaboration with industry, research institutes, and global innovation networks. The university participates actively in European research programmes and large-scale international research initiatives.
Research and Academic Focus
EPFL conducts research across engineering, computer science, natural sciences, and life sciences. The university is particularly recognised for research in artificial intelligence, robotics, microengineering, materials science, bioengineering, neuroscience, and energy systems.
Interdisciplinary research centres focus on digital transformation, sustainability transitions, advanced materials, biomedical technologies, and climate research. EPFL combines fundamental scientific research with innovation-driven and application-oriented research models.
PhD and Postdoctoral Opportunities
PhD candidates at EPFL are employed as doctoral researchers within structured research groups and graduate programmes. Doctoral education is conducted in English and embedded in internationally collaborative research environments.
Postdoctoral and faculty positions are regularly available in areas such as:
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Robotics and microengineering
- Bioengineering and life sciences
- Energy systems and environmental sciences
- Materials science and applied physics
Researchers interested in related academic fields may explore opportunities in:
- Engineering
- Technology & Computer Science
- Natural Sciences
- Medicine & Health Sciences
- PhD positions
- Postdoctoral positions
Academic Careers in Lausanne
As a leading European technical university, EPFL attracts researchers seeking academic careers in engineering, digital technologies, life sciences, and interdisciplinary research environments within Switzerland’s innovation-driven ecosystem.