Intending to encourage and support the education of students in Italy, the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is offering the International PhD Position in Biomedical Optics for the academic session 2025/2026.
Applicants must hold a master’s or equivalent degree in (Applied) Physics with a strong interest in biomedical optics. They should have a solid background in optics and physics, excellent experimental and analytical skills, and be proficient in English. Candidates from all nationalities are welcome to apply.
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) is a leading research university located in the heart of the Zuidas business district in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and societal impact, VU combines high-quality research with values-driven education. The university fosters a diverse, inclusive, and interdisciplinary environment, hosting over 31,000 students and 6,000 staff across various fields.
Established in 1880, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (Free University Amsterdam) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Amsterdam (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), North Holland. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 139 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.