Are you ready to take the next step in your research career?

The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is now accepting applications for fully funded PhD positions starting in September 2026.

Our interdisciplinary PhD program offers research opportunities across:
Astronomy • Biology • Chemistry & Materials • Computer Science • Data Science & Scientific Computing • Earth Science • Mathematics • Neuroscience • Physics

 

Students with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field are encouraged to apply. 

 

ISTA provides internationally competitive salaries, full health insurance, and a dynamic, international community where all research is in English.

 

Application deadline: January 8, 2026 (15:00 CET)

 

Applications are accepted once per year.

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Curious to learn more?

 

????Only a Few Days Left: Join the ISTA Virtual Student Open Day — November 25

 

If ISTA is on your radar, don't miss the chance to explore what our program has to offer!  

In less than a week, you can:

• Meet ISTA faculty across all research tracks
• Hear directly from PhD students about their experience
• Learn how ISTA supports you from day one

This is the final opportunity before the PhD application deadline to meet the ISTA Graduate School live.

Register to ask questions

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