Ph.D. Scholarships at SISSA: The International School for Advanced Studies (SISSA), Trieste, Italy, invites applications for its fully funded Philosophiae Doctor (Ph.D.) programmes for the academic year 2025/26 across Mathematics and Physics areas. Successful applicants will receive fellowships, relocation assistance, and several academic and welfare benefits.
Designation
Ph.D. Student (Doctoral Researcher)
Research Areas & Available Positions
Mathematics Area
- Geometry and Mathematical Physics (8 positions)
- Mathematical Analysis, Modelling, and Applications (8 positions)
Physics Area
- Astroparticle Physics (5 positions)
- Astrophysics and Cosmology (5 positions)
- Statistical and Molecular Biophysics (4 positions)
- Statistical Physics (5 positions)
- Theoretical and Scientific Data Science (5 positions)
- Theoretical Particle Physics (6 positions)
- Theory and Numerical Simulation of the Condensed Matter (7 positions)
Location
SISSA – International School for Advanced Studies
Via Bonomea, 265, 34136 Trieste, Italy
Website: sissa.it
Email: phd@sissa.it
Phone: +39 0403787111
Eligibility / Qualification
- Candidates must hold or be about to obtain a Laurea Magistrale (Italian equivalent of MSc) or an equivalent foreign qualification recognized by the examining committee.
- No age or nationality restrictions apply.
- The degree must be obtained before enrolment to maintain admission eligibility.
Job Description
Ph.D. students will engage in full-time research and academic activities over a four-year programme (possibility to complete in three years), including coursework and examinations. Fellowships are awarded for up to four years, subject to annual academic progress.
Fellowship & Benefits
- Annual Fellowship: €16,242.96 (gross; ~12% tax applies)
- One-time settlement allowance:
- €500 for EU students
- €1,000 for non-EU students
- Monthly rent contribution: €150 (with registered lease in Trieste)
- Laptop reimbursement: up to €400
- Research/networking travel support (3rd/4th year students): up to €1,000
- Health insurance reimbursement for non-EU and certain EU students: up to €700/year
- Parental and medical leave support according to regulations
- Regional tax payment required: €120–€160/year
How to Apply
- Online application portal: https://pica.cineca.it/sissa/
- Documents to upload (PDF format):
- CV
- University transcript with grades
- Degree certificate (or submit later at the time of examination if not yet available)
- Diploma thesis (if available)
- Applicants may also indicate up to two referees for recommendation letters via the same platform.
Selection Process
- Selection via online interview (and/or written test)
- Candidates must ensure proper internet access and valid identification during the exam
- Written tests may require dual-camera setup for monitoring
- Details and schedules are available on the SISSA website
Important Dates
Application Deadline: To be submitted by 13:00 (Italian time) of the specific course deadline
Notification of Admission: By email
Ph.D. Start Date: 1 October 2025
For any inquiries, contact the Students’ Secretariat at:
📧 phd@sissa.it
📞 +39 0403787111
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