Summary
TagTIC is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network offering a structured European PhD experience at the intersection of microbiology, oncology, AI, imaging, multi-omics, and drug discovery. The program explores how pathogens contribute to gastrointestinal cancers, aiming to translate these insights into new biomarkers, diagnostics, and therapies.
Fully Funded PhD Positions in the TagTIC European Doctoral Network, TagTIC, Italy
Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Program Type | Fully Funded PhD (Joint/Double Degrees available) |
| Organization | TagTIC (Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network) |
| Number of Positions | 11 Doctoral Researchers |
| Deadline | September 25, 2026 |
Subject Area
Candidates will work across disciplines including:
- Molecular Biology & Microbiology
- Oncology & Cancer Biology
- Bioinformatics & AI-supported Analysis
- Medicinal Chemistry & Drug Discovery
- Advanced Microscopy & Imaging
- Organoids & Assembloids
- Infection Biology & Multi-omics
Location
Various locations across Europe. The consortium involves 10 academic beneficiaries, 1 industrial beneficiary, and 12 industrial partners across 6 European countries.
Eligibility
- Highly motivated early-stage researchers.
- Candidates must have a background in molecular biology, microbiology, oncology, bioinformatics, chemistry, imaging, AI, or closely related fields.
Scholarship Description
The TagTIC program is designed to bridge discovery science and translational innovation. Doctoral candidates will benefit from:
- Fully funded PhD positions with excellent career opportunities.
- Hands-on experience in cutting-edge research areas like microbial oncogenesis, tumour evolution, target discovery, and integrated multi-omics.
- Joint supervision and tailored career development plans.
- Academic and industrial international secondments to gain exposure to advanced infrastructures and different research cultures.
- Workshops, mentoring, and cross-sector training covering ethics, open science, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
How to Apply
Prospective candidates should review the eligibility criteria and application instructions on the TagTIC website. Applications are submitted via the “Apply now” portal on the site.
Last Date
The application deadline is 25.09.2026 (September 25, 2026).
