Utrecht University PhD Positions in International Research Project, Netherlands

The Utrecht University will offer a temporary position (1.0 FTE), initially for a period of 4 years. The gross salary ranges between €2,395 in the first year and €3,061 in the fourth year (scale P according to the Collective Labour Agreement Dutch Universities) per month for full-time employment. Salaries are supplemented with a holiday bonus of 8% and a year-end bonus of 8.3% per year.

International students

To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:

• The preferred candidate should have a degree in a quantitative field, such as animal health economics, veterinary epidemiology, genetics, and quantitative biology. Preferably the candidate has a background, but at least an interest, in livestock production. Proficiency in English, both written and oral is required.
• Good communication skills are essential for this interdisciplinary and international collaboration project.

To apply for this studentship, applicants must complete the online application form at the university.

• Supporting Documents: Must provide all the following documents:
• Photocopy of your passport
• Photocopy of the University Degree
• Academic Certificate containing:
• Official Stamp.
• Admission Requirements: For taking admission, applicants must meet all the entry requirements of the university.
• Language Requirement: IELTS, Academic Module. Minimum score: 6.5 overall band, at least 6 for writing.
• TOEFL, iBT. Minimum score: 93, institutional scores are not accepted. Please tell ETS to send your original results report to Utrecht University (the TOEFL institution code for Utrecht University is 9062).
• Cambridge Certificate:
• ?Cambridge English C1 Advanced (CAE). Minimum score: 176 total, 169 writing
• Cambridge English C2 Proficiency (CPE). Minimum score: 180 total, 169 writing