International Student Fellowship at Ruhr University Bochum in Germany, 2019

The short-term stipend gives talented international students an opportunity to become familiar with a foreign lab, the research topics of the SFB 874 and to learn the skills they need to begin a PhD project in the SFB. After successfully passing the immersion programme the candidate will be integrated into the PhD-programme of the Integrated Research Training Group of the SFB 874 and take part in its curriculum which is operated under the auspices of the International Graduate School of Neuroscience .

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Eligibility:

1. International students who have not previously lived in Germany.

2. Students from all countries are welcome.

3. Applicants must hold a Master's, Diploma or equivalent degree in neuroscience, biology, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, psychology or other neuroscience-related fields, including an experimental thesis.

4. An interest in the topics of the SFB 874.

5. An excellent academic record and fluent English skills.

What they offer:

1. A scholarship of 1300 € for a maximum of 6 months (the scholarship holder has to bear the cost of health insurance).

2. Theoretical and practical training in the research fields of the SFB 874.

3. State-of-the-art technology.

4. An international network of renowned scientists.

5. Integration into the social and cultural life of the RUB and the city of Bochum.

Documents required for the Application:

1. Motivation letter, including a description of the applicant's interest in the SFB 874, a brief summary of previous research work, research interests, professional goals and practical experience.

2. Curriculum Vitae.

3. Relevant certificates and degrees.

4. Names and addresses of two referees.

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