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Location: Viale Francesco Crispi, 7, L’Aquila, Italy
Employer: Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI)
Application Deadline: August 29, 2025, 15:00 (Europe/Rome)
Job Type: PhD
Field: Astroparticle Physics, Computer Science, Regional Science and Economic Geography, Mathematics in Natural, Social and Life Sciences, and more
About the Employer: Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI)
Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI) is an international PhD school and a research center located in L’Aquila, Italy. Founded in 2012, GSSI is recognized for its innovative approach to research and higher education in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, and Social Sciences. The Institute has a vibrant, multicultural atmosphere, with over 170 PhD students and nearly 100 academic staff, offering a dynamic research environment with collaborations from prestigious scientific institutions worldwide.
PhD Programs Offered
GSSI is offering 51 PhD positions for the upcoming academic year in the following areas:
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Astroparticle Physics (13 positions)
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Computer Science (12 positions)
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Regional Science and Economic Geography (12 positions)
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Mathematics in Natural, Social, and Life Sciences (8 positions for the summer session)
Scholarships and Funding
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Scholarships: Each position comes with a gross annual scholarship of €16,243.
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Additional benefits include accommodation in GSSI facilities or a substitute grant, board, and other support services.
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Funding sources include Italian and EU research funds, such as Horizon-CSA and ERC grants, supporting specific research projects like Particle Astrophysics and Fluid Dynamics in Medicine.
Application Deadlines
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23 May 2025: PhD in Regional Science and Economic Geography.
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30 May 2025: PhD in Astroparticle Physics and Computer Science.
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9 June 2025: PhD in Mathematics in Natural, Social and Life Sciences (first session).
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29 August 2025: PhD in Mathematics (project-based scholarships).
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted exclusively through the GSSI online procedure. The following documents are required:
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Cover Letter – stating your motivation and how your research interests align with the PhD program.
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Curriculum Vitae (CV).
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Degree Certificate and academic transcripts.
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Letters of Recommendation (optional but encouraged).
Visit the GSSI PhD Application Page to apply and for more details on each program and the application process.
Why Choose GSSI?
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International Environment: With students from across the globe, GSSI offers a diverse and collaborative atmosphere.
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Cutting-edge Research: GSSI has strong links with the National Institute for Nuclear Physics (INFN) and other prestigious research institutions worldwide.
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Career Development: GSSI provides excellent opportunities for career development through training, collaboration, and participation in scientific conferences.
If you are passionate about conducting high-level research in a dynamic and supportive environment, apply to GSSI’s PhD programs and contribute to groundbreaking scientific advancements!
