IAS Young Academics Doctoral Fellow in Interdisciplinary Research
A 48-month Marie Skłodowska-Curie COFUND-funded PhD programme at the University of Luxembourg for interdisciplinary research across all disciplines.
Best for:Best for interdisciplinary researchers with a master’s degree seeking a flexible, mobility-focused PhD programme in any discipline, with strong career development support.
Overview
The University of Luxembourg’s Institute for Advanced Studies (IAS) invites applications for its Young Academics Doctoral Fellows (YADIAS) programme, a Marie Skłodowska-Curie COFUND initiative. This 4-year, full-time doctoral fellowship supports 15 international candidates to pursue bottom-up, interdisciplinary research projects across all disciplines. Fellows will collaborate with supervisors, expand their expertise beyond their core field, and benefit from career development opportunities. The programme emphasizes mobility, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparation for advanced research careers in academia or industry. It adheres to strict merit-based recruitment standards and offers a competitive salary and excellent research infrastructure.
What you'll do
- Conduct a bottom-up, interdisciplinary doctoral research project within the University of Luxembourg’s disciplines.
- Collaborate with principal and co-supervisors to develop and implement the research project.
- Expand expertise across multiple domains beyond the core discipline.
- Engage in career development activities to prepare for advanced research careers in academia or industry.
- Participate in international networks and interdisciplinary training opportunities.
- Present research findings at conferences and workshops.
- Contribute to the broader mission of the IAS, including outreach and knowledge dissemination.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline
Degree offered: PhD
Language: At least B2-level proficiency in the language of the thesis (e.g., English, French, or German)
Instruction: English (or the language of the thesis, as selected by the applicant)
- Proven academic excellence and research potential
- Strong interdisciplinary research mindset
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across disciplines
- Proficiency in scientific writing and communication
- Experience with international mobility (preferred but not mandatory)
- Open to international applicants (no nationality restrictions)
- Applicants must not have resided or carried out their main activity in Luxembourg for more than 12 months in the 3 years prior to the recruitment date
- Applicants must not have been awarded a doctoral degree previously
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-31
Applicants must submit their application exclusively through the dedicated YADIAS application portal. The matchmaking process between candidates and supervisors requires significant time, so early application is strongly encouraged. Only applications submitted via the designated link will be considered valid. Ensure all required documents are included and follow the application instructions carefully.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter explaining research interests and interdisciplinary approach
- Research proposal outline (bottom-up, interdisciplinary focus)
- Proof of language proficiency (B2-level or higher)
- Master’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation
- Proof of prior international mobility (if applicable)
Contact
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