12 PhD Positions in the MSCA Doctoral Network UNVEIL
Join a European doctoral network focused on innovative non-destructive evaluation and digital diagnostics for cultural heritage preservation.
Best for:Best for early-stage researchers in engineering, physics, or computer science interested in heritage science and non-destructive testing.
Overview
The UNVEIL Doctoral Network is a collaborative research initiative aimed at revolutionizing the diagnostics and conservation of cultural heritage through advanced non-destructive evaluation (NDE) techniques. The network integrates academic, industrial, and cultural institutions to develop cutting-edge solutions for analyzing multi-layered and 3D artworks. Selected doctoral candidates will work on specific research projects involving terahertz imaging, thermography, ultrasonics, and digital data fusion. Participants will benefit from a structured training programme, international secondments, and a tailored career development plan to prepare for future roles in academia or industry.
What you'll do
- Conduct original research on non-destructive evaluation techniques for cultural heritage artifacts.
- Participate in network-wide training schools, workshops, and seminars.
- Engage in international and intersectoral secondments at partner institutions, museums, or restoration centers.
- Develop and implement digital tools for data fusion, visualization, and diagnostics.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of academic and industrial partners.
- Maintain a personal Career Development Plan and contribute to project reporting.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; excellent proficiency required.
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in engineering, physics, or computer science.
- Excellent proficiency in English.
- Ability to conduct independent research within a collaborative network.
- Willingness to travel for international secondments.
- Must not have been awarded a doctoral degree at the time of recruitment.
- Must comply with the MSCA mobility rule: not resided or worked in the host country for more than 12 months in the 36 months prior to recruitment.
- Open to researchers of any nationality.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-09-21 (Europe/Rome)
Candidates must apply to the specific individual position(s) as published on the official project website or EURAXESS. Each position has unique application requirements and hosting details. Applicants should consult the collective advert and individual position links for specific submission instructions.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Academic transcripts
- Research proposal (if required by specific position)
Contact
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