ProgRET Doctoral Candidate Position: ProgRET, a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network (2024-2027), announces 10 fully-funded PhD positions in vision research to address knowledge gaps in understanding, diagnosing, and treating Inherited Retinal Diseases (IRD).
Summary Table:
- Network Name: ProgRET
- Duration: 2024-2027
- Number of Positions: 10
- Application Deadline: 15th Mar 2024 – 23:59 (Europe/Paris)
- Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)
- Research Fields: (Human) Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Research, Translational Research, Integrative Omics, (Applied) Bioinformatics, Neurosciences, Gene Therapy
- Type of Contract: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-time
- Offer Starting Date: Ranging from 1 May – 1 October 2024
Study Area: Vision research, with a focus on Inherited Retinal Diseases (IRD), incorporating genomics, transcriptomics, epigenomics, multi-omics, bioinformatics, gene regulation, retinal stem cell models, organoids, aquatic animal disease models, and therapy development.
Scholarship Description: ProgRET aims to train a new generation of vision researchers specializing in autosomal dominant Inherited Retinal Diseases (adIRD). The project addresses key challenges in diagnosing, understanding, and developing therapies for adIRD, utilizing innovative approaches in various research domains.
Eligibility: Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, Bioinformatics, or Systems Biology. Trans-national mobility is required, and applicants should be fluent in English (at least B2-level speaking and writing).
Required Documents: To apply, submit a single PDF document to simone.dusseljee@radboudumc.nl containing:
- Detailed CV in EU format, including education, work experience, skills, dissertations, research interests, career objectives, and contact details of two referees.
- A max. 1-page letter of motivation regarding the position(s) and the ProgRET network.
- Transcript of master studies’ grades and the master’s thesis if available.
How to Apply: Submit the required documents via email to simone.dusseljee@radboudumc.nl.
Last Date: The application deadline is 15 March 2024 – 23:59 (Europe/Paris).
Join ProgRET, a collaborative network involving prestigious institutions across Europe, and contribute to cutting-edge vision research. Successful candidates will benefit from a competitive salary, mobility allowance, family allowance, and the opportunity to obtain a PhD diploma from renowned universities within the project.
