Fully Funded Interdisciplinary PhD Fellowships in Societies, Environment, Health, and AI at Aix-Marseille University Aix-Marseille University in France

Aix-Marseille University in southern France is inviting applications for the prestigious SCHADOC COFUND PhD program for the 2025–2026 academic years. Supported by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, this program will recruit 40 doctoral fellows across all disciplines, offering a unique opportunity for early-stage researchers to pursue innovative, interdisciplinary projects. The program is structured around international, intersectoral, and cross-disciplinary training, with research themes spanning social sciences, culture, climate and environmental challenges, health and well-being, and artificial intelligence.

The SCHADOC program is open to all research fields, allowing applicants to propose their own thesis topics. Whether your interests are in humanities, environmental sciences, medical research, engineering, data science, or other cross-disciplinary areas, SCHADOC provides the flexibility to design your academic path. Applicants do not need to secure a supervisor before applying; eligible candidates will receive support in finding a supervisor at Aix-Marseille University after the first evaluation stage.

Key research themes include:

• Societies and Culture (sociology, anthropology, literature, political science, history, languages, humanities)
• Climate Change and Environmental Challenges (sustainability science, geosciences, biodiversity, ecological transitions, environmental policy)
• Health and Well-Being (biomedical sciences, public health, neuroscience, psychology, healthcare innovation)
• Artificial Intelligence and Its Applications (machine learning, robotics, digital ethics, data science, AI-driven societal solutions)

Fellows benefit from a highly competitive funding package: a monthly gross salary of €3,524 (living and mobility allowances), approximate net salary of €2,123, and a family allowance of €379 if eligible. Each fellow receives €23,400 for research, mobility, and training over the 36-month program. The university’s EURAXESS Center provides comprehensive support for international researchers, including visa, housing, insurance, and social integration assistance.

Eligibility requirements include: not holding a doctoral degree or being enrolled in a PhD program, less than 4 years of full-time research experience by the deadline, not having resided or worked in France for more than 12 months in the past 36 months, holding a Master’s degree or equivalent, and English proficiency at B1 level or above. The program is open to all nationalities and strongly encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

Applications open December 1, 2025, and close January 12, 2026. All application materials, templates, and guidelines are available at https://schadoc.univ-amu.fr. No supervisor is required at the time of application. The program emphasizes equal opportunity, international mobility, and professional development, making it an ideal pathway for early-stage researchers seeking a vibrant, interdisciplinary research environment in France.