Zurich Life Science Day

The Zurich Life Science Day (ZLSD) is the flagship career event organized by the Life Science Zurich Young Scientist Network. As one of the largest life science career fairs in Switzerland, it brings together talented early-career scientists and top industry employers for a full day of networking, learning, and career development.

Since its founding in 2010, the ZLSD brings every year together:

• 900+ life scientists (students, PhDs, Postdocs)

• 30+ companies from pharma, biotech, consulting, and start-ups

• Career-focused talks, CV checks, 1:1 meetings, and a large company exhibition fair

Our mission is to bridge the gap between academia and industry, and ZLSD exemplifies this by connecting young scientists with real career opportunities and decision-makers in the life science sector.

Company Talks

Hear directly from industry professionals about their careers, how they transitioned from academia, and what it takes to stand out.

Keynote Lectures

Be inspired by renowned scientists who’ve shaped the field. Past speakers include:

• Prof. Dr. Tim Hunt – Nobel Laureate, Cell Cycle Research

• Prof. Dr. Martin Chalfie – Nobel Laureate, GFP

• Prof. Dr. Paul Herrling – Former Head of Research, Novartis

• Prof. Hans Clevers – Pioneer in organoid research, Scientific Advisor at Roche

• Prof. David Nutt – Neuropsychopharmacologist, Imperial College London; Advocate for evidence-based drug policy

• Prof. Rolf M. Zinkernagel – Nobel Laureate, Immunology

• Prof. Martin Blaser – Pioneer in microbiome research

• Dr. Derrick J. Rossi – Co-founder of Moderna

• Prof. Ben Feringa – Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, Molecular Machines

1:1 Meetings & CV Checks

Book a personal meeting with company reps, get tailored career advice, and improve your job application with professional feedback.

Company Booth Fair

Explore booths from top companies at the Irchel Lichthof, ask your questions, and make real-time connections. These informal chats often lead to real job opportunities!

Where Talents Meet Opportunities

📍  Irchel Campus, University of Zurich

📅  February 3rd, 2026

🕘  from 8:30 to 17:30 

Register soon for a full day of inspiring talks, company exhibitions, 1:1 meetings, CV checks, and professional CV photos!

For companies

Become our partner and get a chance to advertise your company to top talents. Get to know some of the brightest early-career researchers and students and maybe find potential candidates for your job openings through our 1:1 meetings. If you represent a company and are interested in establishing a collaboration with us, please contact us! partnering@lszysn.ch 

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Sketch your Future at the Zürich Life Science Day 2025!

We are happy to invite you to the Zürich Life Science Day (ZLSD) on February 4th, 2025, from 8:30 to 17:30 at the Irchel Campus Lichthof.

Whether you are a student, a post-doc looking for career opportunities outside of academia, or a company eager to discover new talents to join your team, the ZLSD is an event you do not want to miss! 

Every year the ZLSD attracts between 700-1'000 participants from leading universities in Switzerland and more than 100 company representatives working in the fields of life sciences, chemistry, biochemistry and more. Join the largest career fair for Life Sciences in Switzerland and jump start your career in industry!

What’s in it for you? Take advantage of exclusive 1:1 meetings with company representatives, get your CV reviewed by career professionals and don't miss the chance to get your professional CV picture taken. 

Why attend? Because ZLSD is your opportunity to discover career paths outside of academia and make meaningful connections with industry experts and innovators!