University of Salzburg
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Fully Funded PhD Positions in Infection Biology and Gastrointestinal Cancer Research (TagTIC Doctoral Network) University of Salzburg in Austria
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Oncology
Funding
Full funding availableCountry
Austria
University
University of Salzburg

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TagTIC is recruiting for 11 fully funded PhD positions within a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Doctoral Network focused on how infections contribute to gastrointestinal cancers and how this knowledge can be translated into new therapeutic strategies.
The projects span a wide range of research areas, including cancer biology, microbiology, immunology, organoids, multi-omics, drug discovery, medicinal chemistry, AI, digital pathology, and precision medicine. The network brings together academic and industrial partners across Europe, with host institutions including the University of Salzburg, Helmholtz Munich, University of Gdansk, Aarhus University, Sapienza Università di Roma, Helmholtz Institute for Pharmaceutical Research Saarland (HIPS), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, DKFZ German Cancer Research Center, and TissueGnostics GmbH.
Successful candidates will benefit from international secondments, academic and industry mentorship, access to cutting-edge technologies and facilities, excellent scientific and transferable-skills training, competitive MSCA working conditions, and opportunities for Joint/Double PhD degrees.
The post indicates a project start in January 2027. The announcement is aimed at talented MSc graduates and early-career researchers interested in doctoral research in cancer and infection-related biomedical sciences.
To apply, visit the TagTIC website, review the individual project pages, and follow the application instructions provided there.
Funding details
Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
How to apply
Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.
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