PhD Positions in Contribute to a Project Crafting the Future of Healthcare Decision Making, Netherlands

  •  PhD
  •  20-Aug-2025
  •   Netherlands
  • $$  Full-time salaried PhD position (€2,901 – €3,707 per month), including benefits

The University of Twente is offering two PhD Positions in Contribute to a Project Crafting the Future of Healthcare Decision Making. These positions aim to integrate patient preferences, digital health technologies, and clinical outcomes through innovative methodologies, including AI and statistical analysis.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree in Health Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Candidates should have relevant research experience either in qualitative methods and patient engagement (PhD 1) or in data science, AI, and statistical analysis (PhD 2). A strong interest in patient-centered healthcare and clinical outcomes is essential.

The University of Twente (UT) is a leading research university known for its strong focus on technology, innovation, and societal impact. It combines engineering, natural sciences, and social sciences to address global challenges through interdisciplinary education and research. Home to the renowned Technical Medical Center (TechMed) and entrepreneurial ecosystem, UT fosters innovation and collaboration with industry and international partners.

Universiteit Twente Information

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PhD Positions in Contribute to a Project Crafting the Future of Healthcare Decision Making, Netherlands Founded in 1961, Universiteit Twente (University of Twente) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Enschede (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Overijssel. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Universiteit Twente is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Universiteit Twente 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.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in health sciences, biomedical engineering, computer science, or related disciplines offered by the University of Twente

  • Admissible Criteria:

    • A Master’s degree or equivalent in Health Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

    • Experience in qualitative methods (PhD 1) and/or advanced statistics, AI, and large language models (PhD 2)

    • Strong interest in health preference and clinical outcomes research

    • Excellent collaboration and communication skills

    • Ability to manage multiple projects

    • English language proficiency (IELTS ? 6.5, TOEFL-iBT ? 90, or Cambridge CAE-C/CPE if applicable)

Offered Benefits

  • A 4-year salaried PhD position

  • Gross monthly salary of €2,901–€3,707

  • 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus

  • 29 vacation days (based on full-time employment)

  • Access to Twente Graduate School training program

  • Free campus sports facilities

  • Family-friendly policies including paid/unpaid parental leave

  • Employee status with pension and healthcare benefits under the Dutch CAO-NU

Application Process

  • Application must include:

    • Cover letter (max. 2 pages)

    • Curriculum Vitae (including grades, publications, and references)

    • Proof of English proficiency if applicable

  • Apply via: [University of Twente’s online application portal]

  • Contact Information for Queries:

    • Dr. Karin Groothuis-Oudshoorn (15 July – 9 August):

    • Dr. Janine van Til (11 – 20 August):

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