Fixed-term contract: 1 year.
- A prestigious MSCA fellowship and a relevant network of fellow MSCA DCs;
- An extensive network-wide training programme offering courses in the areas of science and technology, business, as well as generic, transferable skills;
- The opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team within a Europe-wide consortium of research institutions and SME/industrial partners, comprising experts in microbiology, pharmacology, and chemistry;
- Intersectoral and/or international experience: Through 2-3 secondments at partner organisations, the candidate will gain valuable work experience in non-academic and international environments;
- A competitive salary including mobility and family allowances.
With the wide range of skills and experience our DCs gain in the BREAKthrough doctoral training programme, they will considerably broaden their career perspectives and increase their employability, whether they decide to pursue a career in academia or industry.
The salary will be in accordance with university regulations for academic personnel and amounts
€2,541 (PhD) per month during the first year and increases to
€3,247 (PhD) per month during the last year, based on a full-time employment. The job profile: is based on the university job ranking system and is vacant for 1 FTE. In case applicable, reimbursement to the level of EU allowances will be implemented.
The initial appointment will be for one year. After a positive evaluation the contract will be extended with a minimum of two year.
Additionally, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers excellent fringe benefits and various schemes and regulations to promote a good work/life balance, such as:
- a maximum of 41 days of annual leave based on full-time employment,
- 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus,
- a wide range of sports facilities which staff may use at a modest charge,
- contribution to commuting expenses