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Doctoral program in medical sciences
We offer a program combining research and training, focusing on biomedical experimental, clinical, translational, and health sciences research. An optimal starting point for a career in healthcare or medical sciences, and elsewhere where fact-based problem solvers are needed.
Our program
For whom?
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Our doctoral program is designed for graduates who have completed an undergraduate degree (Master's degree or similar) in medicine, dentistry, biomedical sciences, health science, the natural sciences and many other fields.
We offer a program combining research and training, focusing on biomedical experimental, clinical, translational, and health sciences research. An optimal starting point for a career in healthcare and medical sciences, and elsewhere where fact-based problem solvers are needed.
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Radboudumc PhD candidates are embedded in our Graduate School. The Radboudumc Graduate School fosters a dynamic training environment where PhD candidates are encouraged to obtain the competencies required to take their next career step to either academic or non-academic functions. More information about our Graduate School can be found here.
In addition to their work at the Graduate School, our PhD candidates work in research groups and research programs linked to their daily supervisors, as well as being associated with a scientific or medical department. These units foster a peer community focused on similar topics or methods.
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Jorge Domínguez Andrés tells about finding a place to learn, grow and develop a scientific career.
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Checklists for phases
See detailed checklists for the three main phases of our doctoral program.
Graduate School + personal development and career prospects
Our guidance, your success.
Our Graduate School gives shape to this. But so does our unique Scientific Career Path (SCP), or opportunities to join our active PhD council, for example.
Trajectory
See the interactive overview of our PhD trajectory, which shows the most important steps at a glance. You can also use the overview to navigate to the Donders PhD trajectory.
visit website(Recurring) events
See all research-specific events, including (recurring) events for PhD candidates such as the PhD Retreat, the Career Event and the Research Integrity Rounds.
see pageDoing a PhD in the Netherlands
Are you considering pursueing a PhD in the Netherlands and unfamiliar with the process?
read moreDoing a PhD in the Netherlands
Are you considering pursueing a PhD in the Netherlands and are you (partially) unfamiliar with the process?
You might have many questions about what pursuing a PhD in the Netherlands entails. All the necessary information about what is expected of you and what you can expect from us is compiled in a useful brochure, created by the Universities of the Netherlands.
Extra support and opportunities, and working at Radboudumc
Intranet information for our PhD candidates
Additional information is available on our intranet.
For instance on:
- PhD council
- Research newsletter
- Confidential advisors
- Teams environment
- Useful committees
- Going abroad
- Research integrity
Marie Curie Fellowship
This fellowship might be of interest to postdocs (or almost graduated PhD candidates) looking to give their career a boost by working abroad.
see pageScience press officers
Radboudumc's press officers are the point of contact for all media requests and questions about research, as well as the link to (inter)national media.
see pageInternational Office for (future) employees
At the international office of HR, we support mobility for both incoming and current employees.
see pageWhy choose research at Radboudumc?
Working in the Dutch city of Nijmegen, and particularly at Radboudumc, offers numerous interesting benefits and opportunities.
read moreWhy choose research at Radboudumc?
Working in the Dutch city of Nijmegen, and particularly at Radboudumc, offers numerous interesting benefits and opportunities.
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- A combination of life sciences, health sciences and clinical practice, with an impressive infrastructure.
- An environment focused on cross-disciplinary research divided into research programs 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 talent management programs 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.
- Support in finding accommodation and requesting work and resident permits.
- PhD and postdoc salaries are higher compared to many other European countries and the USA.
- Advantageous terms and conditions of employment.
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- "Old City, Young Vibe" - the oldest city of the Netherlands offers many social and cultural activities and is known as a vibrant student city.
- An internationally orientated city with international airports nearby and ideally centered with cities as Amsterdam, Brussels and Dusseldorf just a few hours’ drive away.
- Scenic nature, which includes the river Waal and its beaches and surrounding landscapes like the Ooijpolder.
- Excellent public transport.
- Safe bike and walking paths.
- Holds international sports events such as the International Four Days Marches, the Zevenheuvelen Run, Marieken Run and is home to the professional soccer club NEC, which plays at the highest level in the Netherlands.
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- Dutch scientific research is rated disproportionately high internationally.
- Most people can speak English very well, 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.
Principles for research
Proper conduction of research starts with proper principles for research, like research integrity and Open Science.
see pageContact
dr. Marieke de Visser
policy advisor research + Graduate School coordinator
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