Interested in joining a world-class PhD program in AI/ML and molecular medicine? Below you will find everything you need to know about eligibility requirements, the application process, and important dates and deadlines for the AITHYRA-CeMM PhD Call.
Find out more about the currently open AITHYRA-CeMM Joint International PhD Call in Molecular Medicine and Artificial Intelligence.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the AITHYRA-CeMM PhD Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a subject-relevant scientific or technical field such as medicine, biology, chemistry, bioinformatics, computer science or a related scientific or technical field, such as engineering, physics, statistics, or mathematics.
- Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree must have completed a four-year course and need to demonstrate that they have acquired a significant amount of research experience. A first-class honours or upper second-class (2:1) degree is required.
- Candidates may apply before completing their current degree, but must obtain their final degree certificate before the start of the program.
- As English is the working language at AITHYRA and CeMM, excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required.
How to Apply
The application process for the AITHYRA-CeMM PhD Program is designed to assess both academic excellence and research potential through a multi-stage selection process.
Online Application Phase
All candidates must submit an application via the AITHYRA-CeMM online application system. This includes:
- Completed application form
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic transcripts or study certificates
- Contact details of at least two referees
All the submitted applications are then reviewed by the AITHYRA and CeMM Faculty and selected candidates are invited to participate in online panel interviews.
Application Review
All the submitted applications are then reviewed by the AITHYRA and CeMM Faculty and selected candidates are invited to participate in a video interview.
Online panel interview phase
During the online panel interview phase, panel interviews with AITHYRA and CeMM Faculty members will cover various topics. There are also plenty of opportunities to meet research group members in an online social setting. By the end of the online panel interview phase, you will be asked to submit your preference regarding which research groups you would like to work with. Selected candidates are invited to Vienna for an in-person match-making event in March. Assistance will be provided for all travel, accommodation and visa processes.
In-person match-making event
At the in-person match-making event, you will be asked to introduce yourself through a presentation, followed by 1:1 interviews with the group leaders of interest from AITHYRA and CeMM Faculty. There are also plenty of opportunities to meet research group members in a variety of social settings and to attend an informal dinner.
PhD positions are typically offered within three days of the final selection interviews.
The PhD Program begins at the end of September every year.
