Future neuroscience pioneers, this is your moment! The Best Brains PhD Program invites talented international graduates to apply for Twenty fully funded PhD positions in Austria. Funded by the prestigious Austrian Science Fund (FWF), this elite program offers hands-on research opportunities centered on GABAergic brain cells key to unlocking insights into disorders like autism, epilepsy, and schizophrenia.
Details:
- Fully Funded
- Austria Universities
- Fellowship, PhD
- Neuroscience
- International Students
- Austria
- 07/10/2025
Why Choose Excellent Brains?
- Top-Tier Research Collaboration: Engage in groundbreaking projects • Medical University of Vienna
• University of Vienna
• Medical University of Innsbruck
• ISTA• Institute of Molecular Biotechnology (IMBA) - Fully Funded PhD Support: Enjoy four years of guaranteed funding, covering your salary, research costs, and relocation expenses.
- Multidisciplinary Training: Build a strong foundation in clinical neurobiology, data science, and artificial intelligence as applied to neuroscience.
- Career Advancement: Grow professionally through hands-on mentorship, specialized workshops, journal clubs, and global networking opportunities.
Who Should Apply?
You’re an ideal candidate if you:
- ✔️ Hold, or will complete by October 31, 2025, a Master’s degree in:
Neuroscience • Molecular Biology • Medical Sciences • Psychology • Genetics
or a related discipline such as Computer Science, AI, or Physics with a clear interest in neuroscience - ✔️ Apply relevant research experiences.
- ✔️ Can submit two academic reference letters, including one from your Master’s supervisor
- ✔️ Are proficient in English (no official language certificate required)
How to Apply (3 Key Steps)
- Identify Potential Supervisors: Explore participating labs and select up to three mentors aligned with your research interests.
- Gather Your Application Documents:
• Current CV• Official academic transcripts and degree certificate (translated into English if necessary)
- Submit via Online Portal: Complete your application through the specified platform. Note: Your referees must upload their recommendation letters independently before the deadline.
⏰ Application Deadline
- July 10, 2025.
Program Perks
- Inter-Institutional Lab Rotations: Enhance your research skills through hands-on rotations across top Austrian partner institutions.
- Advanced research infrastructure: access to state-of-the-art facilities for high-resolution imaging, genomics, and computational neuroscience.
- International Relocation Support: Assistance available to help international candidates transition smoothly to Austria.
- Publish with Leading Experts: Work alongside renowned researchers to publish in prestigious scientific journals.