PhD Scholarship Projects at IOCB Prague – Call for Applications 2025
Are you an international student with a passion for life sciences, chemistry, or related fields? The Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry (IOCB Prague) invites applications from talented and motivated individuals for its PhD Projects 2025. As a PhD candidate, you’ll have the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in cutting-edge research, collaborate with prestigious institutions, and gain access to advanced technologies.
Why Choose IOCB Prague?
- World-Class Research Environment: Work on innovative projects under the guidance of experienced mentors.
- Global Collaboration: Collaborate with leading research centers and commercial partners worldwide.
- Modern Facilities: Benefit from state-of-the-art equipment and technologies.
- Financial Support: Receive a competitive salary alongside a scholarship from a partner university.
Program Highlights
The PhD program at IOCB is structured to ensure a stimulating academic and research environment. Applicants can explore projects across three main clusters:
- CHEM: Organic and Medicinal Chemistry
- BIO: Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, and Molecular Biology
- PHYS: Analytical, Physical, and Computational Chemistry
Students can select up to three projects within or across clusters, although sticking to one cluster is recommended for clarity and focus.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you need:
- An MSc degree or equivalent in life sciences, chemistry, or a related field.
- A CV, a cover letter, and academic transcripts (BSc and MSc).
Application Process
- Explore Projects: Review the list of available PhD projects and choose up to three.
- Prepare Documents: Ensure you have your CV, cover letter, and transcripts ready.
- Submit Application: https://www.uochb.cz/en/call-for-phd-applications
- Interview Day: Shortlisted candidates will attend face-to-face interviews at IOCB on 20 March 2025.
- Results Notification: Final results will be shared with applicants by 4 April 2025.
- University Enrollment: Successful candidates must enroll in a partner university as specified by their project supervisor.
List of Partner Universities
PhD candidates are employed by IOCB Prague and simultaneously enrolled at one of its partner universities:
- Charles University (Prague)
- University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague (UCT Prague)
- Masaryk University (Brno)
- Czech University of Life Sciences Prague
- Palacký University Olomouc
Application Timeline
- Application Submission: 3 March 2025
- Shortlisting Notification: 11 March 2025
- Interview Day: 20 March 2025
- Final Results Announcement: 4 April 2025.
Deadlines for Partner Universities:
- UCT Prague: 15 April 2025
- Charles University: 30 April 2025.