PHD Awards

The SSM PhD award distinguishes outstanding PhDs obtained in the field of microbiology and carried out in Switzerland or in close collaboration with Switzerland. 

Every SGM-SSM member is entitled to propose a candidate. Self-applications are also possible.The winner is elected by the Executive Committee; its decisions in this respect remain strictly confidential. The awardee is invited to present briefly the scientific achievements at the Annual Congress of the SSM.

For details, download the Swiss Society of Microbiology PhD Award – Rules (october 20, 2020) in English.

– Scientific excellence (high impact in the field, grants and awards, etc.)
– Activities related to teaching (supervision, engagement in teaching, mentoring, etc.
– Contribution to Swiss microbiology (program organization, network)
– Activities related to Outreach/ ay communication
– Reference letter(s)
– Vision for their future career in Microbiology