Welcome to the LSCD
The Life Science Career Day is a large-scale networking and career guidance event for students and young researchers in the field of life sciences, which facilitates access to their first job outside the university.
An initiative led by the University of Lausanne and its Doctoral School FBM, in collaboration with the Bioscience Network Lausanne association.
With the support of SV Industry Association, UNIGE and EPFL.
Date & Venue
The next edition will take place on May 4, 2026, at the SwissTech Convention Center in Lausanne (six-time winner of the Swiss Location Award).
Target Audience
Students & early-career researchers from Swiss Universities wishing to prepare for a career in the corporate world/industry or in public service and non-governmental organizations.
Programme 2026
Inspiring keynote: Dr. Galyna Pidpruzhnykova’s journey from neuroscience to psychedelic therapy innovation.
Career panel: Align your professional values with your path, led by Dr. Marc Abessolo and alumni.
Networking hub: Connect with 40+ professionals across public, non-profit, and private sectors.
Large-Scale Workshop: “Career DNA” to clarify your next steps after academia.
Extras: Free CV photos, 1:1 recruiter chats, and Q&A opportunities.
Discover the full programme here!
Are you an organization looking to connect with the next generation of life science leaders? There is still time to join our 14th edition as a sponsor. You can register your interest and find all sponsorship details here.
Sponsors 2026
And more to be come!
Academic sponsors
