Organisation/Company: University of Cambridge
Research Field: Management sciences » Other Technology » Other
Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions: PhD Positions
Country: United Kingdom
Application Deadline: 13 Mar 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels)
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Offer Starting Date: 1 Sep 2025
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Reference Number: DREAM+PLAN_DC33
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
We are looking for a highly motivated researcher to embark on a PhD journey and become a visionary changemaker who designs solutions, drives impactful change, and shapes a sustainable, fair, and thriving world. Join the DREAM+PLAN adventure with an exciting project at the University of Cambridge, UK!
Applicants will have the possibility to choose one of three interesting projects suggested for the position: Intelligent Digital Platform for Real-Time, Product-Driven Decisions and Circular Economy Opportunities across Supply Chains. Further details of this position, supervisors, and employment conditions can be found on this page under DC33.
The successful candidate will be employed at the University of Cambridge, UK, and spend up to 12 months at RMIT University, Australia.
International mobility is a core feature of the program. Besides a secondment in Australia, the successful candidate will be part of a cohort of 35 PhD fellows and will participate in regular events where they will share common experiences and build a sustainable community, laying a strong foundation for long-term impact on future collaborations and careers.
This position does not receive its funding through the European Union but fully aligns with the DREAM+PLAN Program and conditions for Doctoral Candidates. It is funded through UKRI (UK Research and Innovation).
Responsibilities
* Work on innovative projects driving impactful change and shaping a sustainable, fair, and thriving world.
* Be recruited in Europe under a full-time employment contract for 48 months.
* Earn a competitive salary including social security coverage.
* Make the most of the international component of the program, including up to 12 months stay in Australia.
* Be part of a rich multidisciplinary network of researchers and supervisors.
* Work closely with industry leaders.
* Join the DREAM+PLAN Annual Events and all the program's networking and training opportunities.
Eligibility Criteria
DREAM+PLAN is open to excellent students and researchers of any age, nationality, and gender, early in their career. Applicants must fulfil ALL the following minimum eligibility criteria:
* Have not resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the Employing Institution’s country – including overseas territories – for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately before the call deadline (i.e., since Mar 2022). Time spent as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Geneva Convention, compulsory national service, and/or short stays such as holidays are NOT taken into account.
* Not be permanently employed by the chosen Employing University.
* Hold a Master’s degree meeting the academic criteria for admission to the doctoral programs at the European university.
* Have a demonstrable C1 level of English (spoken and written). Note: applicants must provide evidence that they meet the minimum requirements specified by the degree-awarding institution/s, as mentioned in the position description.
* Have not yet been awarded a doctoral degree. Note: researchers who have successfully defended their doctoral thesis but have not yet formally been awarded the doctoral degree are NOT eligible to apply.
The eligibility and admission requirements of each Research Host are described in Section 4 of the position description and institutions’ websites.
Selection Process
* Online application: Submit your complete application through the (SlideRoom) online portal, before 13th Mar 2025 at 11:59 PM CET.
* Eligibility check: the Management Team and PhD awarding institution/s will check that the application complies with requirements and meets the eligibility criteria.
* Evaluation of eligible applications and first ranking: Eligible applications will be assessed by the Selection Panel against the Evaluation Criteria detailed in section 4 of the Guide for Applicants.
* Interviews: Applicants shortlisted by the Selection Panel will be invited for an interview (by videoconference). Applicants will be contacted at least 5 days ahead of the interview.
* Final ranking and allocation of positions: The preferred candidate will receive a conditional offer letter for admission into the DREAM+PLAN Program.
* Onboarding of successful Applicants: Complete the registration process to enroll as a Doctoral Candidate at the host university and formalise your employment contract at the Employing University in Europe.
* Start your PhD in September 2025.
Additional Comments
The remuneration, in line with the European Commission rules for Marie Skłodowska-Curie grant holders, will consist of a gross annual salary of £32,300k (est. 38,900 EUR).
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