Deadline
Varies
Value of Scholarship
Full Scholarship with employment
NOK540,000
NOK540,000
Country Tenable
Norway
Renewable
No
Fully Funded PhD Scholarships at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU)
The Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) is now accepting applications for several fully funded PhD scholarships, open to both Norwegian and international students. These prestigious opportunities span multiple faculties and research areas, offering a chance to contribute to groundbreaking work with global relevance.
Fields include (but are not limited to):
- Microbiology
- Renewable Energy
- Climate-Resilient Agriculture
- Fish Health and Aquatic Sciences
These PhD positions are designed for outstanding candidates ready to engage in impactful research that addresses some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Successful applicants will be employed by NMBU under Norwegian public sector employment conditions, ensuring financial stability and professional development.
Eligible Research Fields
NMBU is offering fully funded PhD positions in the following areas:
- Microbiology & Bioprocess Development
- Renewable Energy
- Ruminant Nutrition & Physiology
- Plant Genomics (Nitrogen Use Efficiency)
- AI-Driven Climate-Resilient Wheat Breeding
- Veterinary & Comparative Tumour Immunology
- Sustainable Zero Pollution Solutions (Arctic Research)
- Animal Breeding & Genetics
- Fish Health
- Plant Photobiology (Photosynthetic Acclimation)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Demonstrate research potential and strong scientific writing skills
- Be proficient in English (some positions may also require Norwegian proficiency)
- Both Norwegian and international candidates are encouraged to apply.
Selection Criteria
Applicants will be evaluated based on:
- Academic background and relevance to the specific research field
- Research experience and quality of written work
- Alignment with NMBU’s strategic research goals
- Interview performance (if applicable)
- Applicants are welcome from all countries.
Benefits of the Award
- Full-time employment as a PhD researcher at NMBU
- Annual salary of approximately NOK 540,000 (~$50,000 USD)
- Access to Norway’s social security, pension, and healthcare system
- Funding for conferences, fieldwork, and research travel
- State-of-the-art laboratory and field research facilities
- Personalized academic supervision and career development
How to Apply
- Visit the NMBU Vacancies Page
- Search for open PhD positions in your field of interest
- Follow the application instructions provided for each listing
- Submit all required documents before the specified deadline
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