Terms of employment

These terms of employment apply to PhD candidates hired at ETH Zurich

The institution

ETH Zurich is considered to be one of the top academic institutions in Europe. It is usually ranked in the top 10 in the world. Sometimes our area is ranked number one in the world. The completion target for a PhD is between 3 and 4 years, with a major milestone (PhD Aptitude Colloquium) at the end of the first year.

Salary

ETH offers some of the most competitive and attractive salaries worldwide.

Taxes and other deductions

The income tax is currently about 9% for the above mentioned starting salary. The total deduction for social security, pension plan and accident insurance is about 15%. There is no tuition at ETH Zurich.

Paid vacation

Employees are entitled to 25 days of paid vacation per year.

Health insurance

All residents in Switzerland are required to buy their own health insurance. The monthly premium for basic health insurance for students starts at approximately CHF 120, depending on your insurance plan.

Work visa for foreign citizens

The citizens of most EU-member countries are eligible to an immediate work visa in Switzerland. Citizens of new EU-member countries and candidates of other nationalities have to apply for a temporary work visa before entering Switzerland. ETH Zurich will take care of the due application process.