Aim and Benefits of NHR Postgraduate Scholarship

• The scholarship is awarded for a maximum period of 36 months.
• PhD students receive 2,200 EUR per month
• Supervision by internationally renowned researchers: Get the chance to collaborate on groundbreaking research projects, pushing the boundaries of HPC and making a real impact in the field
• Cutting-edge training: Gain access to first-class training programs and workshops conducted by renowned experts, who will equip you with the latest knowledge and skills in HPC
• Six months of research outside the chosen focus at another NHR Center (Secondment). For additional details, please refer to the Secondment Guidelines
• Networking opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, professionals, and researchers in the HPC community, and make valuable connections for your future career
• Additional training offers, such as soft skills seminars, career coaching, and mentoring programs

 Requirements for NHR Postgraduate Scholarship Qualification

The NHR Alliance stands for equal opportunities. For this reason, we encourage applicants of all genders and backgrounds to apply for a PhD scholarship at NHR. 

• Students who have completed a master’s degree program in the fields of computer science, mathematics, natural sciences, engineering, or a comparable field
• All applicants must meet the admission requirements for doctoral studies of the supervising NHR Center
• Additional acceptance requirements may be specified in the subject-specific doctoral regulations. Only the information in the respective valid version of the corresponding doctoral regulations of the universities is binding

Documents Required for Application

• Application Form
•  Letter of motivation should have a length of 1-2 pages and should describe your academic and professional plans, as well as your motivation and academic interests.
• CV should have a maximum length of two pages and list the details of your education to date, together with your personal academic history, including academic credentials, publications, contributions or other significant achievements.
• Research Statement
• Academic/University Transcripts
• Proof of Proficiency in English
• Letter of Recommendation