vrije universiteit amsterdam phd degree

• Search PhD Projects & Programmes
• PhDs by Subject
• PhDs by Institution
• Latest PhDs

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Abraham Kuyper, Prime Minister of the Netherlands from 1901 to 1905, founded VU University Amsterdam in 1880. At first the university was only open to Reformed Christians and was entirely financed by their fund-raising efforts and donations. Since the 1960s, however, VU University Amsterdam has been open to everyone and funded in the same way as the other Dutch universities, although it still retains its tradition of Christian standards and values. This finds expression in the emphasis placed upon social involvement in the university’s teaching and research programmes.

FindAPhD. Copyright 2005-2024 All rights reserved.

Unknown    ( change )

Have you got time to answer some quick questions about PhD study?

Select your nearest city

You haven’t completed your profile yet. To get the most out of FindAPhD, finish your profile and receive these benefits:

• Monthly chance to win one of ten £10 Amazon vouchers ; winners will be notified every month.*
• The latest PhD projects delivered straight to your inbox
• Access to our £6,000 scholarship competition
• Weekly newsletter with funding opportunities, research proposal tips and much more
• Early access to our physical and virtual postgraduate study fairs

Or begin browsing FindAPhD.com

or begin browsing FindAPhD.com

*Offer only available for the duration of your active subscription, and subject to change. You MUST claim your prize within 72 hours, if not we will redraw.

Do you want hassle-free information and advice?

Create your FindAPhD account and sign up to our newsletter:

• Find out about funding opportunities and application tips
• Receive weekly advice, student stories and the latest PhD news
• Hear about our upcoming study fairs
• Save your favourite projects, track enquiries and get personalised subject updates

Create your account

Looking to list your PhD opportunities? Log in here .

Amsterdam Neuroscience

Information for PhD candidates

The amsterdam umc doctoral school for all amsterdam umc phd candidates.

The Amsterdam UMC Doctoral School supports PhD candidates and their supervisors by information provision, administration, advice and education. Visit the website with a lot of information and a step by step guideline that guides you through your PhD trajectory towards a doctoral degree.

Amsterdam UMC, location AMC

• The Amsterdam UMC Doctoral School is the starting point for both AMC/UvA and VUmc/VU PhD candidates. The Doctoral School provides information about registration, courses, training and supervision. Please visit the  Amsterdam UMC Doctoral School  for detailed information.
• ASAP (Association of Amsterdam UMC PhD Candidates) is the association for PhD students of the Amsterdam UMC, founded in February 2021. ASAP strives to offer a professional and social network for PhD candidates at Amsterdam UMC and its affiliated centers.
• The  UvA Doctorate regulations  describe the requirements to conduct your PhD research and obtain the UvA doctor degree.

Anyone wishing to obtain a PhD at AMC must fill out the required information and draw up a Training Plan at the start of their trajectory and apply this for approval to Amsterdam Neuroscience. This also applies to physician-researchers (arts-onderzoeker) and other medical employees who are pursuing their PhD alongside their regular work.

Do you have any questions about Hora Finita or your Training Plan? Please contact Amsterdam Neuroscience ( [email protected] ).

Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc

• The Amsterdam UMC Doctoral School is the starting point for both VUmc/VU PhD and AMC/UvA candidates. The Doctoral School provides information about registration, courses, training and supervision. Please visit the  Amsterdam UMC Doctoral School  for detailed information.
• The  doctorate regulations  of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam describe the requirements to conduct your PhD research and obtain the VU doctor degree.
• VUmc PhD candidates have to register their trajectory with Amsterdam Neuroscience for inclusion in the  Hora Finita PhD registration system . To register your PhD project please contact Amsterdam Neuroscience:  [email protected] . They will send you the information and documents needed for the registration of your PhD trajectory in Hora Finita VUmc.

Anyone wishing to obtain a PhD at VUmc must fill out the required information and draw up a Training Plan at the start of their trajectory and apply this for approval to Amsterdam Neuroscience. This also applies to physician-researchers (arts-onderzoeker) and other medical employees who are pursuing their PhD alongside their regular work.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

• PhD candidates at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam: visit the website of the  Vrije Universiteit PhD program .
• PhD candidates at the Faculty of Science have to comply with the training requirements set by the Faculty of Science.
• PhD candidates Neurosciences visit the  ONWAR  website.
• The  doctorate regulations  of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam describe the requirements needed to complete your PhD research and obtain a PhD at VU Amsterdam.
• VU PhD candidates have to register their trajectory with Amsterdam Neuroscience for inclusion in the  Hora Finita PhD registration system . To register your PhD project please contact the Hora Finita key user of your faculty/department.

University of Amsterdam

• PhD candidates at the University of Amsterdam find all information on the  PhD website .
• The UvA Doctorate regulations  describe the requirements to conduct your PhD research and obtain the UvA doctor degree.

New Amsterdam UMC Research Code

Scientific Integrity requires continuous attention by anyone involved in science. The ‘rules of the game’ are described by the Netherlands Code of Conduct for Research Integrity, and are further specified by our recently published Amsterdam UMC Research Code .

The Amsterdam UMC Research Code defines local guidelines and expectations that researchers and staff are expected to follow when conducting research at Amsterdam UMC. Despite efforts to promote responsible conduct of research, situations can arise where research integrity seems to have been compromised. Together with the associated universities, Amsterdam UMC operates joint policies for the handling of alleged breaches of integrity.

• Help & FAQ

How to Become a PhD

• Verhagen, P. (Organiser)
• Crielaard, J. P. (Organiser)
• Myrthe Sassen (Organiser)
• Art and Culture, History, Antiquity

Activity : Participating in or organising an event › Workshop › Academic

18 PhD positions at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) in Netherlands

Filtered by.

• Netherlands
• Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU)

Refine Your Search

• Scholarship 11
• Research Job 4
• Postdoctoral 5
• Computer Science 7
• Medical Sciences 2
• Arts and Literature 1
• Mathematics 1
• Psychology 1

PhD Preventive Dentistry

, microbiology, microbial ecology and bioinformatics and regularly hosts international PhD students and postdoc researchers. This fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating working environment

PhD Candidate in Developmental or Educational Psychology

negatively affect reading development and self-beliefs in children from lower SES backgrounds. This PhD position is part of a larger project (LeesKans) in which a new digital dynamic assessment (DA) tool will

PHD POSITION ON INTERACTION FOR POLYVOCAL KNOWLEDGE ACQUISITION

. Knowledge Graphs provide representation formats and mechanisms to represent multiple perspectives. This PhD position investigates how multi-perspective or polyvocal information can be elicited in HI scenarios

BeyondTheEdge PhD Position in Network Dynamical Systems

PhD position that is part of the EU-funded BeyondTheEdge Doctoral Network. The PhD research will focus on coupled oscillator networks that give rise to higher-order phase interactions. We will consider

PhD position MetaHealth

position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description This PhD project is supported by the NWA program METAHEALTH, which focuses on oral and metabolic health in the first 1000 days of life. The PhD

PhD position Materiaalwetenschappen

for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA, University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit) we are currently looking for a motivated PhD candidate (dentist, chemist, material scientist, biomaterial scientist, etc.) to conduct

PhD Position: Software Architecture for Neuro-Symbolic AI

you want to contribute and collaborate to shape the future of human-centric computing models and applications with an eye on society? Then keep reading, this fully-funded PhD position at Vrije

PhD Position on Genetic Determinants of Physical Activity in European Youths

Movement Sciences of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam has a vacancy for a PhD position for the INDEEP project that focuses on the genetic determinants of PABs and seeks to advance the state-of-the-art by

PhD Student Position in Robot Learning and Representation Learning

Group). In your PhD project you will consider the development of new deep learning and robot learning methodologies which can be applied across a variety of robotic platforms. With this you will work

PhD position in the field of digital dentistry

position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description We are looking for a PhD student (with Dentistry, Engineer, Biomedical Technology and Physics, or correlated background) for materials research

Searches related to PhD

• engineering
• postdoctoral
• medical sciences
• materials science
• computer science
• environment

PhD in Biophysics

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

• An experienced biophysical and biochemical researcher with a big passion for understanding life with physical principles.
• Currently, working as a PhD candidate in the laboratory of Gijs Wuite at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, focusing on DNA-protein interaction with single-molecule manipulation & visualization tools.
• Hold a Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree from University of Chinese Academy of Science, focusing on the long-acting strategy of biopharmaceuticals, e.g.: PEGylation or albumin-binding domain fused protein.
• Single Molecule Biophysics
• DNA-Protein Interaction
• Single-molecule Visua- & Manipulation

PhD in BioPhysics, 2022(expected)

Msc in Biochemical Engineering, 2017

University of Chinese Academy of Sciences

BSc in Food Science, 2014

Northeast Agricultural University

PhD Projects include:

• Grab, manipulate and watch single DNA molecule replication
• Direct watching DNAp removes SSB during replication
• Single-molecule studies of the effect of Mg2+on replication and exonuclease activity by DNA
• Quantifying how protein affects DNA melting within replisome under tension

Msc. Projects include:

• Development of thiol-specific PEGylation reagents aiming for elongating protein half-life based on catechol-derivatives.
• Purification and characterization of a long-acting ciliary neurotrophic factor via genetically fused with an albumin-binding domain

Recent & Upcoming Talks

Featured publications.

In order to understand how DNA polymerase interact with SSB during lagging strand DNA synthesis, we use a combination tool of Optical Tweezer and Confocal Microscopy to investigate both fluorescent proteins.

Recent Publications

Patent Link

• longfu2.xu#at#gmail.com
• +31-2059 89284
• De Boelelaan 1081, 1081 HV Amsterdam
• Weekday 9:00 to 17:00

PhD position in Biomedical Optics

• W&N Gebouw
• Closes on 30-11-2024
• Faculty of Science

PhD Candidate ‘Opgroeien in een Kansrijke Omgeving’

• Posted on Jul 22, 2024
• Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
• Sectie Ontwikkelingspedagogiek
• Amsterdam, Netherlands

Your function

Do you want to contribute to improving the well-being of young people and reducing substance use among youth in the Netherlands? Are you passionate about conducting research with high impact? If so, apply now!

Job Description The well-being of young people is receiving increasing attention. Youth face significant challenges, which can lead to mental health issues and substance use. The community-based approach 'Opgroeien in een Kansrijke Omgeving (OKO)', also known as the Icelandic Prevention Model, aims to create a healthy environment for an optimal development of youth.

With the OKO approach, municipalities focus on improving the well-being of young people and preventing the use of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco among youth. Over the next few years, the Trimbos Institute will further develop and implement OKO in the Netherlands.

In this PhD-project, you will evaluate the implementation and outcome of OKO. A process evaluation will investigate the functioning and execution of OKO in practice, while an outcome evaluation will examine whether OKO contributes to enhancing well-being and reducing substance use among youth. The research will focus on 1) the implementation process (e.g., quality of collaboration among stakeholders), 2) active mechanisms (e.g., availability of leisure activities), and 3) effects on primary outcomes (e.g., substance use). The results will support the further development and implementation of OKO in the Netherlands.

This research will be conducted by Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and Utrecht University in collaboration with the Trimbos Institute. We are looking for a PhD candidate who is committed to investigating the implementation and effectiveness of OKO in the Netherlands over a five-year period.

Interested? Here’s what we’re asking you to do:

• Conduct research (literature review, data collection, and analysis, reporting results) leading to international scientific publications and a dissertation
• Present results at national and international scientific conferences
• Collaborate with municipalities and other local stakeholders
• Actively participate in the project’s research group and department
• Aspire to collaborate with (inter)national partners

Your profile

We are looking for someone with the following qualifications:

• (Almost) a (Research) Master’s degree in Youth Science or a related field such as Developmental Psychology, Pedagogy, or Communication Science
• Preferably, experience collaborating with stakeholders such as municipalities, public health services, parents, and youth
• Preferably, familiarity with (the evaluation of) interventions in the youth field and substance use among youth
• Enjoys teamwork but can work independently
• Effective and efficient with conceptual thinking abilities
• Can meet deadlines and conduct research independently as well as in teams
• Possesses strong social and communication skills (written and verbal) to engage with stakeholders
• Has good statistical skills
• Is verbal and in writing fluent in Dutch and in English
• Some experience with advanced statistical and qualitative methods is a plus

Apply now and be part of a project that makes a real difference in the lives of young people!

What do we offer?

A challenging position in a socially engaged organisation. We offer an employment contract of initially one year. If there is sufficient perspective, this will be extended with another 3 years. Your dissertation at the end of the fourth year forms the end of your employment contract.  Your will receive a salary of € 2.770,00 (PhD) and maximum € 3.539,00 (PhD) gross per month in the fourth year, for a full-time employment

We also offer you attractive fringe benefits and arrangements. Some examples:

• A full-time 38-hour working week comes with a holiday leave entitlement of 232 hours per year. If you choose to work 40 hours, you have 96 extra holiday leave hours on an annual basis. For part-timers, this is calculated pro rata.
• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus
• a wide range of sports facilities which staff may use at a modest charge
• contribution to commuting expenses
• optional model for designing a personalized benefits package

Partner organisations in the OKO project The OKO study will be carried out by the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (dr. Koning) and Universiteit Utrecht (dr. Kleinjan) in collaboration with the Trimbos Institute (dr. Voogt). This means that collaboration with these partner is an important part of the project, as well as visiting these organisations. In the first part of the project, you will spend some time working at the Trimbos Insititute.   

Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences Developing knowledge for an active, healthy and meaningful life: that is our mission at the Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences at VU Amsterdam. We maintain a broad focus on the fields of behaviour and health. Our teaching and research programmes are devoted to current developments in society. From healthy aging to e-health, and from training top athletes to social media as a teaching tool. We combine three academic disciplines: psychology, movement sciences and education. A multidisciplinary approach allows us to arrive at a better understanding of human behaviour and movement. Our aims are to help people live healthier lives, learn better and function better.

Are you interested in joining Behavioural and Movement Sciences? You are the kind of person who feels at home working in an ambitious faculty, with an informal atmosphere and short lines of communication. We offer you all the space you need for personal development. Together with your 630 colleagues, you will take care of about 4,200 students.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam stands for values-driven education and research. We are open-minded experts with the ability to think freely. - a broader mind. Maintaining an entrepreneurial perspective and concentrating on diversity, significance and humanity, we work on sustainable solutions with social impact. By joining forces, across the boundaries of disciplines, we work towards a better world for people and planet. Together we create a safe and respectful working and study climate, and an inspiring environment for education and research. Learn more about our codes of conduct

We are located on one physical campus, in the heart of Amsterdam's Zuidas business district, with excellent location and accessibility.  Over 6,150 staff work at the VU and over 31,000 students attend academic education.

Diversity Diversity is the driving force of the VU. We stand for an inclusive community and believe that diversity and internationalisation contribute to the quality of education, research and our services. Therefore, we are always searching for people whose backgrounds and experience contribute to the diversity of the VU community. 

Are you interested in this position and do you believe that your experience and enthusiasm will contribute to the OKO project? In that case, we encourage you to submit your application. We kindly ask you to upload the following documents: 

• Your curriculum vitae with a list of publications (if you have one). If you do not have any publications as the first author, please also include a sample of your own academic writing, preferably a scientific piece such as a master's thesis.
• A motivation letter (approximately 1000 words) explaining why you are interested in the project and how you meet the requirements. Also, include the contact details of two references.

Submitting a diploma and a reference check are part of the application process.

Interviews will take place on Thursday morning, August 29.  If possible, we ask that you keep this in mind. 

Applications received by e-mail will not be considered.

Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.

• Child & Developmental Psychology
• Pedagogy & Education Research
• Pedagogic Theory Jobs
• Pedagogic Theory Jobs in Netherlands
• Teacher Education Jobs
• Teacher Education Jobs in Netherlands
• Teaching Methods Jobs
• Teaching Methods Jobs in Netherlands
• Psychiatry Jobs
• Psychiatry Jobs in Netherlands
• Clinical Psychology Jobs
• Clinical Psychology Jobs in Netherlands
• Developmental Psychology Jobs
• Developmental Psychology Jobs in Netherlands
• Neuropsychology Jobs
• Neuropsychology Jobs in Netherlands
• Social Psychology Jobs
• Social Psychology Jobs in Netherlands
• Research Jobs in Netherlands

• Tampere University

• Aalto University

• University of Groningen
• Netherlands

• University of Luxembourg
• Esch-sur-Alzette

• Consent preferences