PhD Position at Erasmus MC, Netherlands | Apply Now
PhD position opportunities in Europe offer aspiring researchers the chance to contribute to groundbreaking scientific discoveries. Erasmus MC is inviting applications for a PhD Position for the IMBRAIN Project to investigate the interaction between the brain and the immune system in both pre-clinical and clinical populations. This multidisciplinary research opportunity is ideal for candidates with a background in neuroscience, immunology, or related biomedical sciences who are looking to pursue a PhD in Netherlands at one of Europe’s leading research universities.
- Job Position: PhD position
- Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Department: Research & Education
- Job ID: 3513
- Gross monthly salary: Year 1: €3,217 | Year 4: €4,220
About Erasmus MC
PhD position at Erasmus MC offers an opportunity to work at one of the leading research universities and academic medical centers in the Netherlands. Erasmus MC is internationally recognized for its excellence in biomedical research, healthcare innovation, and education. Through collaborative projects involving multiple research institutes, Erasmus MC enables researchers to work with cutting-edge technologies while addressing real-world medical challenges.
About the Project
PhD position at Erasmus MC is available for the newly launched IMBRAIN Project, which aims to investigate neurodevelopmental deficits in inborn errors of immunity. The project focuses on understanding how the brain and immune system interact and how disorders affecting one system may influence the other.
The IMBRAIN project combines expertise in immunology, neuroscience, and psychology to explore disease mechanisms using both laboratory-based and clinical research approaches. Researchers will study Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS) as a disease model, building upon previous findings that suggest links between APDS and neurodevelopmental conditions. The successful candidate will conduct molecular and behavioral experiments using mouse models while also participating in patient interviews and clinical assessments. The project provides opportunities to collaborate with experts at Erasmus MC, UMC, and NIN while utilizing state-of-the-art research facilities.
PhD Position Description
PhD position responsibilities involve working on a multidisciplinary research project investigating the relationship between the immune system and the brain. The candidate will contribute to both pre-clinical and clinical studies designed to understand neurodevelopmental deficits associated with inborn errors of immunity.
The project integrates laboratory research with patient-based investigations, allowing the researcher to gain experience across multiple scientific disciplines while collaborating with internationally recognized experts.
PhD Position Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Neuroscience, Immunology, or another related biomedical field.
- Experience with molecular biology techniques is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Experience with animal work (Article 9 or Article 6 certification) is considered an advantage.
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
- Proficiency in Dutch is required for working with patients.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to other medical centers within the Netherlands.
PhD Position – Key Responsibilities
- Working on the IMBRAIN research project investigating neurodevelopmental deficits in inborn errors of immunity.
- Conducting pre-clinical research using mouse models.
- Performing molecular and behavioral experiments.
- Participating in clinical research involving patient interviews and testing.
- Studying disease mechanisms related to Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS).
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across neuroscience, immunology, and psychology.
- Working alongside researchers at Erasmus MC, UMC, and NIN.
- Utilizing advanced research techniques and facilities.
- Occasionally traveling to other Dutch medical centers for collaborative research activities.
PhD position at Erasmus MC provides an exceptional opportunity for researchers interested in pursuing a PhD in Netherlands while contributing to innovative biomedical research. The IMBRAIN Project offers hands-on experience in translational research, combining patient-based clinical investigations with advanced laboratory experiments. Researchers will become part of a highly collaborative scientific network and gain valuable interdisciplinary expertise.
Application Deadline: 21 July 2026
