Program 2026

900

Welcome desk opens & Registration begins

Registration for one of the three activities until 9:45 at the CV Desk. For more information, scroll down to the bottom of the program.

950
Aud. B

OPENING CEREMONY

The Scientist’s Role in Society
Building a Career with Impact on Society and Mental Health

Galyna Pidpruzhnykova
EPFL Alumna in Neuroscience | Executive Coach | Strategy Consultant

Galyna combines scientific expertise with a deep commitment to societal well‑being. After leading strategic initiatives in mental‑health innovation at atai Life Sciences, she now focuses on bringing psychedelic‑assisted therapies to Ukraine — supporting people affected by trauma and depression — while coaching leaders to cultivate more conscious and collaborative cultures.
She will share her personal journey across countries, sectors, and challenges, offering insights into how scientists can create meaningful impact while building resilient and fulfilling careers.

Moderators of the day
Samuel Lagier and Lianne Gonsalves, SamSpeaksScience

1050
Aud. B

SHORT BREAK

1100
Aud. B

PANEL DISCUSSION


Your Career Starter Kit: Skills, Confidence & the Values That Guide You

With an expert in professional values:
Marc Abessolo, Career Counselor & University Lecturer, University of Fribourg and Solo Values

And five inspiring alumni:
Antony Aho, CEO & Co-Founder, PB&B
Tanika Bawa, Junior Medical Copywriter, Infinity Communications 
Jean-Enno Charton, Head of Sustainable Business Transformation, Merck Group
Max Krüger, Investment Manager, Spectrum Value Management & Board Member, Agrosustain
David Nusbaumer, Expert in Animal Reproduction and Conservation, AKYmed, Expert, Sustainable Ocean Alliance & Solar Impulse Foundation

1140
Aud. B

GETTING TO KNOW THE COMPANIES AND OUR GUESTS

Company Pitches
Sponsoring companies and organizations will have one minute to introduce themselves, helping you better prepare before meeting them at their booths in the hall.

1200
Hall

NETWORKING AND CAREER ORIENTATION
Including free lunch

Company booths (all day)
By visiting companies at their booths, you will have the opportunity to personally interact with potential employers. Our advice: have your LinkedIn profile up-to-date or bring a business card or a short resume.
Work opportunities from sponsoring companies will also be displayed throughout the day on the job wall in the hall.

Professionals from the public sector, NGOs and industry (all day)
Meet more than 40 alumni/invited speakers working in a wide variety of fields (the list will be published soon!). Have a chat with them, learn about their career and what they currently do, ask them questions and receive precious advice from them!

Invited associations, institutions and career centers (all day)
Meet our invited organizations at their booths and learn more about their activities and services throughout the year.

Bingo Game (afternoon)
During the networking and career orientation session with alumni (12:00-14:00), receive one sticker for each speaker you meet, fill all 7 cases below and return your card to the BSNL booth at the end of the session. One winner will be determined by a random draw and announced during the closing ceremony.

1400
Aud.B

NAVIGATING YOUR CAREER: INSIGHTS FROM EXPERTS AND EMPLOYERS


Company Roundtable
Discover our panel of four platinum companies and organizations, each with ten minutes to introduce themselves.


Live Q&A via Wooclap
Presentations will be punctuated by Q&A sessions, with questions selected from your submissions online, so be ready!

1530
Aud. B

CLOSING

Final Networking with companies and organizations
Large-Scale Workshop – Career DNA: Decoding Beliefs, Myths & Early‑Career Realities
Leaving academia for your first job can be exciting—but also full of doubts. This interactive 25‑minute large‑scale workshop helps students and early‑career life scientists address common worries around networking, applications, interviews, and rejection. A quick, honest starting point for your career journey. More information below.

1715
Hall

END OF THE EVENT

SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE DAY & LARGE SCALE-WORKSHOP

Choose between one of the following 3 activities:

CV Photo Booth | AliaPhoto
Add the perfect touch to your resume with a professional headshot.
Service from 10.00 to 17.15. For those actively looking for a job.

Chat with a professional recruiter | Talendo
Come with your resume and get valuable feedback from the private sector! This exercise is recommended for those who have a clear idea of their professional goals and are already looking for work outside academia.
From 10.00 to 17.15. For those actively looking for a job.

Career DNA: Decoding Beliefs, Myths & Early‑Career Realities
Leaving academia for your first job is exciting — but it often comes with doubts and mixed feelings. This fast‑paced, interactive 25‑minute workshop, designed and created by the LSCD, helps early‑career life scientists explore and normalize common fears around networking, applications, interviews, and rejection. Through a playful quiz and small‑group conversations led by experienced career advisors and vocational psychologists from UNIL and UNIGE, you’ll gain practical tips, sharper perspectives, and confidence for your next steps. A quick, honest, and energizing starting point for anyone preparing to launch their career.

The workshop runs throughout the afternoon with three distinct 25-minute sessions scheduled at 15.30 | 16.00 | 16.30, designed for 50 participants per session. It is ideal for anyone seeking clarity on the key steps involved in transitioning to a first job—without delving into overly personal concerns.

Mandatory registration for all activities at the CV Desk from 9:00 to 9:45. Limited number of places: first come, first served.

The traditional CV check given by the university services is not offered during the LSCD, as you have access to this service all year round on campus.