The Laboratory of Proteostasis and Molecular Therapeutics (LPMT) welcomes highly motivated and curious researchers interested in protein degradation and quality control, broader principles of molecular recognition, and mechanisms of drug action. We are a growing group and are always happy to hear from excellent candidates.
If you are interested in exploring opportunities to join the lab, please reach out directly to Prof. Zuzanna Kozicka at [email protected], following the guidelines below.
We are currently recruiting one postdoctoral fellow, with an expected start date of February 1st 2027.
Details of the project, required qualifications, and application materials are described in the dedicated position posting below. The position is funded for 3 years. During this time, you will be supported by an internationally competitive salary (current rates here). Due to the nature of the fellowship, preference will be given to candidates within 2 years of their PhD graduation at the start date.
Applications should be submitted as a single PDF and emailed to Prof. Kozicka with the subject line: “LPMT Postdoc Application: [Your Name]”, and should feature the following documents:
- a CV (incl. list of publications) with contact details of at least two referees
- a cover letter (max. two pages) detailing research interests, prior experience, and future plans
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Additionally, candidates interested in applying for competitive postdoctoral fellowships are welcome to get in touch.
Prospective applicants should send:
- a CV with contact details of at least two referees,
- a cover letter (max. two pages) detailing research interests and prior experience,
- a brief outline of funding plans (max. one page).
Relevant funding schemes include:
- SNSF Postdoctoral Fellowship,
- Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowship,
- HFSP Postdoctoral Fellowship,
- EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowship,
- Peter und Traudl Engelhorn Stiftung,
- Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship,
- See also EPFL individual funding opportunities
We do not currently have openings for PhD students.
Projects are available – students interested in joining the lab for a Master project are encouraged to reach out (see funding opportunities for external Master students at the bottom of this page). Please send:
- a CV with contact details of at least two referees,
- a brief statement (max. one page) describing your research interests and any prior research experience,
- academic transcript.
Use the subject line: “LPMT Project Application: [Your Name]”
ISIC Master Grant for Foreign Students
The ISIC Master Grant supports Master’s thesis projects carried out by international students at ISIC and provides CHF 1,600 per month for up to six months.
Deadlines:
- October 15 – projects starting January-June of the following year
- April 15 – projects starting July-December of the same year
Students interested in pursuing a Master’s project in our group under this program should submit a single PDF containing:
- a CV with contact details of at least two referees
- a brief statement (max. one page) describing your research interests and any prior research experience
- academic transcript
Subject line: “LPMT–ISIC Master Grant Application: [Your Name]”