JAGIELLONIAN UNIVERSITY (DOCTORAL SCHOOL OF EXACT AND NATURAL SCIENCES)
COFUND MAP-ID PhD Programme
full · phd
- 13fully funded PhD positions in the consortium
- 48 monthsduration of the employment-based doctorate
- ~PLN 9,370 (est.)gross monthly salary (≈ €2,000)
- 6–9 monthssecondments at partner universities and biotech firms
- 20 partners9 EU + 3 US universities and 8 biotech companies
- All nationalitiesopen to applicants worldwide
At a glance
full
Funding
€26k
Max amount
Jun 30, 2027
Deadline
All nationalities
Country
Jagiellonian University (Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences)
Provider
MAP-ID (Multilevel Approaches to Understanding Chronic Inflammatory Diseases) is a Marie Sklodowska-Curie COFUND doctoral programme based at Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Poland. The programme funds 13 PhD candidates for a 48-month doctorate focused on chronic inflammatory diseases such as arthritis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and autoimmune disorders, integrating molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacology and biotechnology. Selected candidates are employed on a contract rather than a stipend, receiving a gross monthly salary of at least 9,370 Polish zloty (about 2,000 euros), with a net figure of at least 6,700 zloty, plus social security, health insurance, pension and paid holidays. The programme is built around an international consortium of 9 EU universities, 3 US universities and 8 biotechnology companies, and every candidate completes secondments of 6 to 9 months at partner universities and biotech firms. It is open to applicants of all nationalities who hold a master's degree by the deadline and are proficient in English, the language of the programme. Recruitment runs in calls with interviews for shortlisted candidates. Exact salary, intake and deadline figures are confirmed each call, so check the official MAP-ID page before applying.
What's covered
- Employment salary — An employment contract paying a gross salary of at least ~PLN 9,370 (est.) per month (about €2,000), with a net figure of at least PLN 6,700.
- Social security and benefits — Full social security, health insurance and pension contributions as a contracted employee, plus paid holidays.
- Secondments — Funded research secondments of 6–9 months at partner universities and biotechnology companies in Europe and the United States.
- Research training — Structured scientific training, mentorship and access to laboratories within the MAP-ID consortium.
- International mobility — Travel and mobility support to work with 9 EU universities, 3 US universities and 8 biotech firms (mobility budget typically ~€2,000 (est.) per month abroad).
How to apply
Applications are made online through the IRK electronic system of the Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences at Jagiellonian University.
- Review the open positions — Visit the Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences and the MAP-ID page to read the project descriptions for the current call.
- Register in the IRK system — Create an account and register your application in the IRK electronic recruitment system.
- Upload your documents — Upload your CV, research proposal or motivation, degree certificates and other required documents.
- Attend the interview — Shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview; final offers follow the interview period.
Eligibility
NationalityOpen to applicants of all nationalities.
QualificationMust hold a master's degree (or equivalent) by the application deadline.
LanguageProficient in English, the working language of the programme.
Mobility ruleUnder MSCA COFUND rules, candidates generally must not have resided or worked in Poland for more than 12 months in the 3 years before recruitment.
Candidates currently finishing a master's degree may apply provided the degree is completed before the application deadline. Confirm the exact mobility eligibility rule for the current call.
Eligible countries
All nationalities
Deadlines
2026 first call~30 June 2026 (est.)
2026 second call (if needed)~2 November 2026 (est.)
Selection
Applications are screened against the eligibility rules, then shortlisted candidates are interviewed by the MAP-ID recruitment committee. Selection is based on academic record, research potential and fit with the available projects. If positions remain, a second call may be opened later in the year.
Verified sources
- MAP-ID Programme (official)map-id.euofficial
- Jagiellonian Universityen.uj.edu.plofficial
About the provider
Jagiellonian University in Kraków, founded in 1364, is the oldest university in Poland and one of the oldest in Europe. Its Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences hosts the MAP-ID COFUND programme alongside an international consortium of universities and biotechnology companies.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What is the MAP-ID programme?
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MAP-ID (Multilevel Approaches to Understanding Chronic Inflammatory Diseases) is a Marie Sklodowska-Curie COFUND doctoral programme at Jagiellonian University focused on chronic inflammatory diseases.
How many PhD positions are there?
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The programme funds 13 PhD candidates across its consortium of universities and biotech partners.
How long is the programme?
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It is a 48-month (4-year) doctorate.
How much will I be paid?
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Candidates are employed on a contract paying a gross salary of at least ~PLN 9,370 (est.) per month (about €2,000), with a net of at least PLN 6,700, plus benefits.
Do I need to speak Polish?
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No. The programme is conducted entirely in English.
Can non-European students apply?
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Yes. The programme is open to applicants of all nationalities.
What qualification do I need?
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A master's degree (or equivalent) completed before the application deadline.
Can I apply while finishing my master's?
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Yes, as long as your degree is completed before the application deadline.
What are secondments?
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Funded research placements of 6–9 months at partner universities and biotechnology companies in Europe and the US.
Is housing included?
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Housing is not directly included, but the salary covers living costs and Kraków offers affordable options with university guidance for international students.
When is the deadline?
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The first call deadline is expected around ~30 June 2026 (est.), with a possible second call around ~2 November 2026 (est.). Confirm dates on the official page.
Where will I study?
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At Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland, with research periods at consortium partners abroad.