Openings

We Are Hiring – 8 PhD Positions in the MSCA Doctoral Network “SUSBIOCROP”

We are excited to announce 8 fully funded Doctoral Candidate (PhD) positions within the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network SUSBIOCROP, coordinated by Dr. Danila Merino at POLYMAT – University of the Basque Country (EHU).

About SUSBIOCROP

SUSBIOCROP is an international and interdisciplinary doctoral training network focused on:

• Sustainable crop protection strategies

• Bio-based and biodegradable materials

• Advanced functional materials for agricultural applications

• Environmental safety and circular bioeconomy approaches

The network integrates materials science, polymer chemistry, biotechnology, environmental science, and agricultural sustainability to develop next-generation solutions for sustainable agriculture.

What We Offer

• 8 fully funded PhD positions under Horizon Europe (MSCA)

• 4-year contracts

• Competitive salary according to MSCA regulations

• International mobility and joint supervision

• Interdisciplinary and intersectoral training

• Strong industry–academia collaboration

Start date: No later than October 2026
Application deadline: 30 January 2026 (extended 15 February 2026)
Open to candidates of any nationality (MSCA mobility rules apply)

Full details, application link, and individual project descriptions are available at:
👉 https://susbiocrop.eu/