Doctoral 1st round applications and take-ins
Aug 13, 2024 – There were over 700 applications in the first round for all the 72 places. The second application round was opened for a few positions (5) in Tampere University. There were 40 applications in total received for the 5 positions which were reopened. Each I-DEEP partner university will handle the application process individually and inform all the applicants about the selection decisions once they are finalized. The process timing in the different universities varies but all the selection decisions were made in June with the work contracts prepared. All applicants were informed about the selection decision by the university where they applied for during June 2024.
The first PhD researchers are starting their work in August 2024, and about half of the selected PhD researchers will start on January 1st 2025. The interviews related to the selection are carried out by the research group leaders who can provide more information on the process related to an individual position.
Applications were received internationally, with Pakistan, Finland, India, Iran, China as the biggest applicant countries. There were also individual applicants from other counties in Europe (Germany, Belgium, Italy, France, Portugal) and some African and South-American applicants as well.
Re-opening of several positions:
There are several positions that will be re-opened during the autumn:
- 2 positions in Tampere University
- 2 positions in University of Eastern Finland
- 2 positions in Aalto University
- 1 position in Oulu University
Re-opening will be informed shortly.