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About University of Bern

The University of Bern is a leading Swiss research university with a strong international profile across natural sciences, medicine, humanities, and social sciences. Founded in 1834, the university plays an important role in Switzerland’s academic system and participates actively in European and global research collaborations.

Located in the capital city of Bern, the university maintains close cooperation with research institutes, university hospitals, and international research networks. The University of Bern is particularly recognised for its interdisciplinary research culture and strong integration between academic research and societal impact.

Research and Academic Focus

The University of Bern conducts research across life sciences, climate and environmental sciences, space research, medicine, veterinary sciences, economics, and humanities. The university is especially known for research in climate science, sustainability, space and planetary sciences, biomedical research, and public health.

Interdisciplinary research centres address global challenges such as climate change, health innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable development. Collaboration between academic disciplines and applied research environments is central to the university’s research model.

PhD and Postdoctoral Opportunities

PhD candidates at the University of Bern are employed as doctoral researchers within structured research groups and graduate programmes. Many doctoral and postdoctoral positions are conducted in English, particularly within STEM and internationally funded research projects.

Postdoctoral and faculty positions are regularly available in areas such as:

  • Climate and environmental sciences
  • Biomedical and health research
  • Space and planetary sciences
  • Economics and social sciences
  • Humanities and interdisciplinary research

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Academic Careers in Bern

With its strong interdisciplinary orientation and internationally connected research environments, the University of Bern attracts researchers seeking academic careers in research-intensive and globally collaborative settings in Switzerland.