Gait and balance deficits caused by vestibular disorders reduce the quality of life of millions of individuals. These disorders are poorly understood, difficult to diagnose and manage, and receive little attention despite their enormous personal and economic costs. To address the global burden imposed by vestibular disorders, the PROVIDE doctoral network will train 10 PhD students (doctoral candidates). These PhD students will conduct individual research projects to address key research challenges and develop new knowledge, tools, and approaches to advance care for individuals with vestibular disorders. PhD students will work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary and international consortium of experts in vestibular research, patient care, and medical device development. PhD students will gain diverse specialist, cross-sectoral, and transferable skills, empowering them to innovate solutions for these and other healthcare challenges.

Are you interested?
Please read more below about the different PhD positions available!For a more detailed description of the project and the PhD positions, please visit the PROVIDE website. Recruitment is open! The application deadline is 28 March 2024. Positions may begin as early as June 2024. Each PhD student will be appointed in accordance with the conditions specified by the respective host organisation.

To apply, you should have:
- A(n) (almost) completed master’s degree in biomedical-related sciences (Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience, Biology, Pharmacy, Rehabilitation Sciences, or other related disciplines).
- Commitment to advance the understanding and treatment of vestibular disorders through innovative research in biology, neuroscience, neurology, otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat), and engineering.
- Excellent English presentation and writing skills.
- Good organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as well as within an interdisciplinary and international environment.
- Additional qualifications/skills specific to a particular position are outlined in the descriptions of the corresponding position.

EU MOBILITY CRITERIA
Successful candidates must fulfil the mobility criteria defined by the European Commission, including:
- At the time of recruitment by the host organisation, researchers must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of their host organisation for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to the reference date.
- Applicants should not already be in possession of a PhD title.

For more information about a specific position please contact the person indicated for that position. For general information about the PROVIDE doctoral network, please contact provide@umcg.nl.

*The estimated gross salary is calculated based on European Union requirements and adjusted according to specific country factors. Final salary adjustments are subject to the policies of the local institution.