PhD Student Position in Brassinosteroid Transport, Belgium

Vrije Universiteit Brussel is offering a PhD student position in Brassinosteroid Transport. The PhD project is based in Brussels within the MOBI – Electromobility Research Centre, and focuses on sustainable energy systems with an applied mathematics and engineering orientation. The position provides a government-funded PhD scholarship with a monthly grant, and includes opportunities to work in an international research team and attend international meetings or conferences.

Full-time PhD scholarship for 12 months, extendable up to 48 months based on positive evaluation; competitive monthly doctoral grant; 35 days of paid leave plus holiday closures; teleworking options with a monthly allowance; free hospitalisation insurance; full reimbursement of public transport or cycling allowance; access to campus facilities and career development opportunities.

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Economics, Engineering, or Applied Mathematics, have basic modelling and programming skills (Python preferred), and be able to work independently and collaboratively; open to EU and non-EU nationals with requisite enrolment, residence and work permit requirements.

Applications must be submitted online via the indicated job portals; include CV, motivation letter, and copies of diplomas as required.