Master’s students

About scientific training at Radboud university medical center

Why do research at the Radboudumc?

• A combination of life sciences, health sciences and clinical practice, with an impressive infrastructure comprising of three research institutes and cutting edge technology centers.
• An environment focused on cross-disciplinary research divided into research themes where the main aim is to achieve relevant translations to care and cure solutions and so have a significant impact on healthcare.
• Researchers at all levels are given a tailored-made program that includes individual coaching.
• Plenty of opportunities to further develop your professional competencies by means of  three talent management programs (Da Vinci, Galilei and Hypatia) as well as extra courses in a variety of disciplines.
• A joint campus with Radboud University, strengthening its position as a research and learning facility.
• PhD and postdoc salaries are higher compared to many other European countries and the USA
• Support in finding accommodation and requesting work and resident permits.
• Advantageous terms and conditions of employment. 

Why live in Nijmegen?

• An internationally orientated city with international airports nearby.
• Ideally centered with cities as Amsterdam, Brussels and Dusseldorf just a few hours’ drive away.
• Scenic surrounding with the city located beside the river Waal en surrounded by a diverse landscape. 
• The oldest city of the Netherlands with many social and cultural activities.
• Excellent public transport and safe bike paths.
• Holds international sports events such as the International Four Days Marches, the Zevenheuvelen Run, Marieken Run.  

 Why work in the Netherlands?

• Dutch scientific research is rated disproportionately high internationally.
• Most people can speak good English, making it easier to communicate.
• Reduction in tax for immigrants with specialized knowledge. Subject to conditions, candidates can apply for ‘Expatriate status’, sometimes known as ‘the 30% rule’ where the first 30% of your gross income is tax-free.
• Subject to conditions, 40% tax reduction on mortgage interest rates when buying a house. 
• In nearly all situations, the partner is also allowed to work in the Netherlands.

Graduate schools

Radboudumc promotes a dynamic and stimulating environment whereby candidates are stimulated to push their own and scientific boundaries. Our scientific training is organized in three graduate schools, synonymous with the three research institutes:

• Radboud Institute for Health Sciences
• Radboud Institute for Molecular Life Sciences
• Donders Center for Neuroscience, which is part of the interfaculty Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour 

Our graduate schools also have the mission to have a significant impact on healthcare. The four core strategic principles of Radboudumc help in this. The graduate schools ensure seamless transition from Master’s to PhD and maintain high-quality assurance standards of training and supervision.