ICIQ FULLY-FUNDED PhD PROGRAMME 2024 – SECOND CALL - Tarragona, España - Institut Català d'Investigació Química

Descripción

The Fully-Funded PhD Programme at the Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is an opportunity for outstanding graduate students worldwide. This program aims to support students in their chemistry research endeavors, leading to the completion of a Doctoral Thesis in collaboration with Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV). In addition to academic growth, participants will benefit from professional development opportunities in both academia and industry.

Key aspects of the programme include:

• Engaging in a research project led by a distinguished Group Leader in an innovative scientific setting.
• Opportunities for brief visits to esteemed international research institutions.
• Training sessions covering technical and soft skills essential for a successful career, such as scientific seminars, hands-on experience with advanced instruments, IP management, and communication skills.

The initiative seeks highly skilled graduate students passionate about chemical research, with a stellar academic background and proficient in English.

Admission to the programme is competitive.

I. Available positions: Refer to Annex 1

II. Application Process

All applications must be submitted online through ICIQ's Career Portal. Submissions via email or other means will not be considered.

Applicants should provide the following documents:

• Full Curriculum Vitae (PDF format)
• Personal statement detailing academic background, research experience, and career aspirations (maximum two pages)
• Official transcripts of BSc and MSc studies (PDF format)
• Contact details of two referees for recommendation letters
• Evidence of English proficiency

Hard copy documents will not be accepted.

Candidates should choose a single PhD supervisor.

An acknowledgement email will be sent upon successful application submission. Incomplete applications will not be evaluated.

III. Eligibility and Evaluation Criteria

The programme is open to graduate students worldwide, with a focus on Chemistry, Pharmacy, Physics, or Chemical Engineering backgrounds.

Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria will be assessed based on various factors:

• Curriculum vitae
• Personal statement
• Academic performance
• English proficiency
• Personal interview for shortlisted candidates

IV. Evaluation and Next Steps