Doctoral Programme in Science, Medicine and Technology (OLTECH)
Join a structured PhD programme at the University of Oldenburg with interdisciplinary training and career development support.
Best for:Best for ambitious researchers seeking a structured PhD environment with interdisciplinary training, career support, and access to four distinct research domains at a research-oriented university.
Overview
The Graduate School Science, Medicine and Technology (OLTECH) at the University of Oldenburg offers a structured doctoral programme designed to provide in-depth training in research methods, interdisciplinary skills, and career readiness. This programme supports doctoral candidates across four key research areas: Environment and Sustainability, Neurosensory Science and Systems, Medicine, Health and Life Sciences, and Chemical, Physical, Mathematical and Computational Sciences. OLTECH emphasizes competency development in specialist knowledge, communication, and personal growth, aligning with the EU Competence Framework for Researchers. Candidates must secure a supervisor and funding independently, as OLTECH does not provide scholarships or stipends.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent doctoral research within one of the four OLTECH research areas: Environment and Sustainability, Neurosensory Science and Systems, Medicine and Health Sciences, or Chemical, Physical, Mathematical and Computational Sciences.
- Participate in structured training modules covering specialist knowledge, communication, and interdisciplinary development as outlined in the OLTECH curriculum.
- Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration and networking with peers across different research fields.
- Develop and implement a personalised competency-based learning plan aligned with the EU Competence Framework for Researchers.
- Present research findings and participate in research discussions and seminars organized by OLTECH.
- Utilize career advisory services and mentorship programmes to prepare for academic or non-academic career paths.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific, medical, or technological discipline
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; proficiency sufficient for academic research and instruction
Instruction: English and German
- Ability to conduct independent research in a specialized field within one of the OLTECH research areas.
- Strong academic background in science, medicine, or technology with a demonstrated capacity for advanced study.
- Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange.
- Proficiency in English for research and academic communication.
- Applicants must secure a supervisor within one of the University of Oldenburg’s research groups.
- Admission as a doctoral candidate by the corresponding school at the University of Oldenburg.
- Independent arrangement of funding through an employment contract or scholarship/stipend.
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How to apply
Applicants must first identify a supervisor within one of the University of Oldenburg’s research groups and secure their agreement to supervise the doctoral project. Admission as a doctoral candidate by the corresponding school must be obtained. Funding must be arranged independently through an employment contract or scholarship/stipend. No formal application deadline is specified; candidates should initiate the process as early as possible.
- CV or curriculum vitae
- Research proposal or project outline
- Letters of recommendation
- Proof of Master’s degree or equivalent qualification
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
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