CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR ENROLLMENT IN THE DOCTORAL STUDY PROGRAM IN BIOPHYSICS

The enrollment quota is 10 students.

The study program lasts for 3 years and carries 180 ECTS credits.

Students are exempt from paying tuition fees.

With the application for enrollment (Form 1), the following documents must be submitted:

• A CV
• A certificate (diploma) of completed university graduate studies in physics, chemistry, biology, or related disciplines,
• An official transcript of grades with an average grade that should generally be above 4.0,
• A certified copy of proof of citizenship or nationality,
• A motivation letter for enrollment in the doctoral study of Biophysics, detailing scientific research interest and future plans (up to two pages),
• Recommendations from two distinguished scientists or university professors from the institution where the applicant graduated or worked,
• A recommendation from a potential mentor and co-mentor, including a statement confirming secured funding for the doctoral candidate’s research and other necessary expenses within the doctoral program (Form 1.A),
• A proposal for scientific research written together with the potential mentor and co-mentor (Form 1.B),
• Proof of active proficiency in the English language, either with an appropriate certificate (not older than two years) or through an interview with the selection committee,
• Information on awards received during studies and published scientific papers and/or abstracts of posters/presentations at conferences (if applicable),
• For conditional enrollment (for applicants with degrees in other acceptable scientific fields):
  • A certificate (diploma) of completed university graduate studies in mathematics; studies in the field of technical, biotechnical sciences, or the field of biomedicine and health
  • Applicants must provide documents proving competencies acquired through formal, non-formal, or informal learning

The application must specify whether the applicant is applying for full-time or part-time doctoral studies.

Applications from foreign nationals are welcome and will be considered under the same terms and criteria as for Croatian nationals (more information available on the website https://biophysics.pmfst.unist.hr/).

Both male and female candidates are encouraged to apply. Words and terms used in the announcement that have gender significance equally refer to both masculine and feminine gender.

For additional information about the program, please contact us via email at irena.dukic@pmfst.hr or by phone at +38521619217.

Applications with the required documentation must be submitted by November 30, 2024, either in person or by mail to the following address: