The University of Groningen is offering a PhD Position in Social Ageing for the academic session 2025/2026. This NWO M1-funded project will explore how social interactions influence biological ageing, using the Seychelles warbler as a model species. The successful candidate will join the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences (GELIFES) and work under the supervision of leading experts in evolutionary biology and ecology.
Applicants must hold or be close to completing a master’s degree in evolutionary biology, ecology, or a related field. They should have strong bioinformatics and quantitative analysis skills, proficiency in English, and ideally experience with methylation data, fieldwork, and molecular ecology. Excellent teamwork, communication skills, and motivation for independent research are also essential.
Founded in 1614, the University of Groningen (RUG) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the Netherlands. Renowned for its high-quality education and research, it consistently ranks among Europe’s top research universities. With a vibrant international community of over 33,000 students and staff, the university offers a dynamic and innovative academic environment.
Founded in 1614, Rijksuniversiteit Groningen (University of Groningen) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Groningen (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Rijksuniversiteit Groningen (RUG) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Rijksuniversiteit Groningen (RUG) 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 405 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.