4-year contract at 80%, divided between the dissertation and teaching assistantship. Research must align with the research areas of an EPFL laboratory.
Same structure as the EPFL partnership, with research areas specific to the humanities.
3-year contract with no teaching duties, focused on research-creation. Reserved for alumni and school staff.
4-year contract at 100% dedicated to the dissertation, co-accredited by a Swiss or French university.
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in design, architecture, fine arts, or a related discipline, and demonstrate a sustained practice in art and design. Additional ECTS credits may be required during the first year.
Salaries follow the State of Geneva pay scale.
A preparatory program of about 10 days per year covering doctoral project design, literature review, research question formulation, and methodological choices. Participants receive mentoring and produce a 6–8 page doctoral plan. Registration is free and open through an annual call.
Doctoral candidates have access to all of the school’s Technical Centers, shared offices, and support from the Research Institute in Art and Design (IRAD). Assistance with travel and accommodation for conferences is also available.
Only administrative inquiries receive a reply by email. For developing a thesis topic, the PhD Forum is the appropriate setting.