Upcoming PhD positions at the CGA

Karlstad University; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is offering up to 12 PhD positions at a prestigious research school in Cologne. This unique opportunity provides a vibrant international environment, excellent infrastructure, and comprehensive support for students. Candidates will engage in cutting-edge research on ageing and age-related diseases, guided by top scientists. With a strong focus on career development and mentorship, this program is designed for motivated individuals eager to contribute to significant scientific advancements. If you're ready to embark on a transformative journey in biomedical research, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Leistungen

Career mentoring programme

Methodology courses

Soft skills workshops

Conference travel grants

Intensive support for international students

Qualifikationen

• Candidates must hold an M.Sc. or equivalent in related fields.
• Eager to make fundamental discoveries in ageing biology.

Aufgaben

• Conduct research in interdisciplinary groups focused on ageing.
• Participate in a structured PhD programme with mentoring.

Kenntnisse

Research Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Ausbildung

M.Sc. or equivalent degree in relevant fields

Jobbeschreibung

Thanks to all the academics who submitted their application!

The application deadline has passed and the selection process has started. More information for the new call-out will come up during Autumn 2025. Stay tuned!

Call for Applications

We are offering up to 12 PhD positions at the Cologne Graduate School of Ageing Research. This opportunity includes:

• An outstanding international research environment at one of the most prestigious ageing research clusters in Europe.
• Excellent infrastructure for training and research by internationally recognized scientists in facilities with state-of-the-art technologies.
• PhD projects that can be carried out in up to 47 participating interdisciplinary research groups at the above institutes.
• Excellent supervision with academic guidance from thesis advisory committees.
• A comprehensive and structured PhD programme in the vibrant city of Cologne, Germany, conducted entirely in English.
• An individual career mentoring programme & coaching, a wide range of methodology courses & soft skills workshops, and conference travel grants.
• Intensive support and guidance for international students in all administrative matters.

We are looking for

• Highly qualified and motivated students holding an M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Biology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Bioinformatics, Biophysics, Genetics, Medical Biology, Neuroscience, Translational Medicine, or a related field.
• A new generation of biomedical scientists who are eager to make fundamental scientific discoveries in the basic biology of ageing and may translate them into improvements in health and life for people as they grow older.

CGA research groups enjoy an outstanding reputation in the cutting-edge research field of ageing and age-related diseases.