The University of Bologna and the Joint Research Centre (JRC) of the European Commission are inviting applications for the following PhD programmes:
- Industrial Chemistry: 1 position
- Agricultural, Environmental and Food Science and Technology: 1 position
- Statistical Sciences: 1 position
The University of Bologna will be in charge of the pre-selection (evaluation of qualifications and interview). The final selection will be carried out by JRC, in agreement with the University of Bologna Admission Board.
The PhD candidates will spend 24 months at the Joint Research Centre in Ispra (Varese), Italy and 12 months at the University of Bologna, enrolled in the XLI cycle of the programme, a.y. 2025/26.
At the University of Bologna, the position is funded by a PhD scholarship according to the University of Bologna regulations, while at the Joint Research Centre in Ispra the candidate will sign a contract as a Grantholder Category 20 for a maximum duration of 24 months in accordance with Grantholder rules and the applicable Vademecum (GH Rules).
To express their interest, candidates should send their application via e-mail.
For further information and instructions, please read the relevant call:
- Call for the PhD programme in Industrial Chemistry [.pdf 294 KB] - open. Deadline to apply: October 30th, 2025 23:59 (CET)
- Call for the PhD programme in Agricultural, Environmental and Food Science and Technology [.pdf 310 KB] - expired on July 1st, 2025
- Call for the PhD programme in Statistical Sciences [.pdf 933 KB] - expired on July 1st, 2025
Selections:
- Industrial Chemistry: in progress
- Agricultural, Environmental and Food Science and Technology: closed
- Statistical Sciences: closed