The program integrates genomics, AI in healthcare, bioinformatics, biomedical engineering, biosensing, and regulatory science, with close collaboration between researchers and clinicians to accelerate the translation of discoveries into clinical practice. Students benefit from interdisciplinary supervision, international collaborations, and training in entrepreneurship and technology transfer.
Program Highlights:
- Location: Technology and Research Center (TFZ), Wiener Neustadt, Austria
- Duration: 6 semesters (180 ECTS)
- Funding: €3,000 gross/month (14 payments per year)
- Mobility grants, conference funding, international exchanges, and startup support
- Free workshops on entrepreneurship and commercialization
Who Can Apply?
Applicants should hold a Master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific, medical, or engineering discipline, demonstrate excellent academic performance, and secure a DPU supervisor before applying.
Language: English
Application Deadline: 30th September 2026
Learn more about the programme: PhD Programme | Danube Private University
Where to apply
E-mail: maria.schuch@dp-uni.ac.at
Requirements
Research Field: Other
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Applicants should hold a Master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific, medical, or engineering discipline, demonstrate excellent academic performance, and secure a DPU supervisor before applying.
Specific Requirements
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation Letter
- Two Academic Letters of Recommendation
- Transcript of Records and Degree Certificates (Bachelor’s and Master’s)
- Proof of English Language Proficiency
Languages: ENGLISH
Level: Excellent
Additional Information
Benefits
Funding: €3,000 gross/month (14 payments per year)
Mobility grants, conference funding, international exchanges, and startup support
Free workshops on entrepreneurship and commercialization
Website for additional job details: https://www.dpu-research.at/phd-programme/