Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral Program (PPU) IN LIFE SCIENCES AND BIOMEDICINE - Call for 2019

Pasteur-Paris University International Doctoral Program (PPU) IN LIFE SCIENCES AND BIOMEDICINE

An exceptional PhD program* in the exciting, dynamic and interactive research environment of the Institut Pasteur in collaboration with Parisian universities. The PhD program is for students holding a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in science, medicine or related fields from a non-French university.

Educational program

  • Improving public health and welfare through scientific discovery
  • Quest for knowledge beyond the frontiers of biological sciences
  • Satisfying scientific curiosity in a dynamic research environment
  • State-of-the-art technology platforms 
  • A three-year salary covering living expenses and social benefits
  • Assistance with housing and visas 
  • Tailored courses and training to high proficiency
  • Close scientific supervision
  • Interactive environment for collaborations
  • Dedicated student club for science and social activies

Application procedure: There are 3 steps in the selection process

  • First step : find a host laboratory. Available labs and their projects will be posted on the web site and may be contacted from September 14 to November 2.
  • Second step : submit complete application in collaboration with host lab by November 13.
  • Third step : short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview at the Institut Pasteur at the end of January 2019, with decisions shortly thereafter.

Deadline for application:    Nov. 2, 2018
Contact:                               phd@pasteur.fr

* This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under the Marie Sklodowska-Curie grant agreement N°665807.