Become a PhD candidate in the VDS CoBeNe!
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For ambitious young researchers holding a Master's degree or equivalent, there are several ways to enter our PhD program. For a paid praedoc position at the VDS CoBeNe, there are in general three options. First, you can apply for a CoBeNe uni:docs PhD position in the bi-annually, topically open advertised CoBeNe pooled call. Second, there is the possiblity to apply to job offers of pre-doc positions directly by the individual group leaders. Third, you can apply at different agencies for self-funding.
VDS CoBeNe Pooled Call
The Vienna Doctoral School of Cognition, Behavior and Neuroscience (VDS CoBeNe) plans an bi-annual pooled autuum call offering fully-funded PhD positions in all CoBeNe research areas.
Next international CoBeNe uni:docs PhD Call: 01.09. - 15.09.2025
Call by individual supervisor
Vacancies will be posted at the University of Vienna's JobCenter platform.
If you have been recruited independently of the pooled Call, please contact vds.cobene@univie.ac.at if you need, e.g. information about moving to Austria (visa requirements) or want to become part of the VDS.
Self-funded project
It is also possible to apply for your own funding.
The Research Service and Career Development provides information on funding opportunities.
If you have any questions concerning funding, please get also in contact with vds.cobene@univie.ac.at.