To provide a funding source to international students undertaking their higher studies in Netherlands, the Leiden University has organized the PhD Position in Translational Chemical Immunology for the academic year 2025-2026.
Candidates must hold a master’s degree (or equivalent) in chemical biology, chemistry, or a related discipline combining chemistry and biology. They should have experience in synthetic organic chemistry, and familiarity with immune cells, microscopy, or cell-based assays is preferred. Strong motivation for multidisciplinary research and good communication skills are essential. The position is open to applicants from all countries.
Leiden University is one of Europe’s leading research universities, renowned for its high-quality education and internationally recognized research. Established in 1575, it has a strong tradition of academic excellence and innovation across a wide range of disciplines, from natural sciences and medicine to humanities and social sciences. Located in the heart of Leiden’s Bio Science Park, the university fosters close collaboration between academia and industry, providing students and researchers with a vibrant and interdisciplinary environment.
Established in 1575, Universiteit Leiden (Leiden University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Leiden (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), South Holland. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): The Hague. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Universiteit Leiden (LEI) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Universiteit Leiden (LEI) 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 444 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.