CERN - Doctoral Student Programme
CERN - European Organization for Nuclear Research
CERN - Doctoral Student Programme is listed in the Austrian Database for Scholarships and Research Grants. It is funded by CERN - European Organization for Nuclear Research. Area: Natural SciencesMathematics, Computer Sciences, Physics, Astronomy, Other and Interdisciplinary Natural SciencesTechnical SciencesElectrical Engineering, Electronics, Information Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Other and Interdisciplinary Technical Sciences. It is intended for Postgraduates PhD students. The stated benefit is - Al...
CERN - Doctoral Student Programme is listed in the Austrian Database for Scholarships and Research Grants. It is funded by CERN - European Organization for Nuclear Research. Area: Natural SciencesMathematics, Computer Sciences, Physics, Astronomy, Other and Interdisciplinary Natural SciencesTechnical SciencesElectrical Engineering, Electronics, Information Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Other and Interdisciplinary Technical Sciences. It is intended for Postgraduates PhD students. The stated benefit is - Al...
Opportunity details
The Doctoral Student Programme at CERN is an exceptional opportunity designed for PhD students to engage in cutting-edge research at one of the world’s most prestigious scientific institutions.Eligibility Criteria- National of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.- The university must accept that the research conducted at CERN contributes to the doctoral thesis in one of CERN’s fields of work (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, etc.)- Have started or are about to start a doctoral programme in a university.- Good knowledge of English or French.Further information
Eligibility
Target group: Postgraduates PhD students. The Doctoral Student Programme at CERN is an exceptional opportunity designed for PhD students to engage in cutting-edge research at one of the world’s most prestigious scientific institutions.Eligibility Criteria- National of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.- The university must accept that the research conducted at CERN contributes to the doctoral thesis in one of CERN’s fields of work (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, etc.)- Have started or are about to start a doctoral programme in a university.- Good knowledge of English or French.Further information Eligible countries of origin: Austria.
Requirements
The Doctoral Student Programme at CERN is an exceptional opportunity designed for PhD students to engage in cutting-edge research at one of the world’s most prestigious scientific institutions.Eligibility Criteria- National of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.- The university must accept that the research conducted at CERN contributes to the doctoral thesis in one of CERN’s fields of work (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, etc.)- Have started or are about to start a doctoral programme in a university.- Good knowledge of English or French.Further information
Funding and benefits
Grant benefit: - Allowance of 3907 Swiss Francs per month (net of tax)- Travel allowance- Coverage by CERN’s Health Insurance scheme. Quota: Up to 10 new positions per year. Grant type: Grants for whole degree programmes in the target country.
How to apply
The Doctoral Student Programme at CERN is an exceptional opportunity designed for PhD students to engage in cutting-edge research at one of the world’s most prestigious scientific institutions.Eligibility Criteria- National of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.- The university must accept that the research conducted at CERN contributes to the doctoral thesis in one of CERN’s fields of work (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, etc.)- Have started or are about to start a doctoral programme in a university.- Good knowledge of English or French.Further information Use the Further information link on the Grants.at record to verify the current form and submit the application to the funding organisation.
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Benefits
Grant benefit: - Allowance of 3907 Swiss Francs per month (net of tax)- Travel allowance- Coverage by CERN’s Health Insurance scheme. Quota: Up to 10 new positions per year. Grant type: Grants for whole degree programmes in the target country.
Eligibility summary
Target group: Postgraduates PhD students. The Doctoral Student Programme at CERN is an exceptional opportunity designed for PhD students to engage in cutting-edge research at one of the world’s most prestigious scientific institutions.Eligibility Criteria- National of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.- The university must accept that the research conducted at CERN contributes to the doctoral thesis in one of CERN’s fields of work (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, etc.)- Have started or are about to start a doctoral programme in a university.- Good knowledge of English or French.Further information Eligible countries of origin: Austria.
Requirements
The Doctoral Student Programme at CERN is an exceptional opportunity designed for PhD students to engage in cutting-edge research at one of the world’s most prestigious scientific institutions.Eligibility Criteria- National of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.- The university must accept that the research conducted at CERN contributes to the doctoral thesis in one of CERN’s fields of work (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, etc.)- Have started or are about to start a doctoral programme in a university.- Good knowledge of English or French.Further information
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