Picture yourself conducting cutting-edge astrophysics research under the clear skies of Tenerife, collaborating with world-class scientists and using premier observatories. The IAC (Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias), a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence in Spain, invites top international applicants to join its fully funded PhD fellowship programme beginning in late 2025. This transformative opportunity supports six full‑time pre‑doctoral contracts in fields spanning solar physics, planetary systems, galaxy formation, cosmology, and instrumentation under the University of La Laguna.↚
Reach for the Stars: IAC Fully Funded PhD Fellowships 2025 in Astrophysics
Scholarship Details
The IAC Resident Astrophysicist Programme offers six renewable contracts of up to four years, guiding you toward earning a PhD through the University of La Laguna while working within a vibrant research environment at the IAC headquarters in La Laguna, Tenerife Each fellow joins one of the institute’s active research groups engaged in diverse astrophysics projects, benefiting from access to national and international facilities and the prestigious Gran Telescopio Canarias
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Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must hold a degree in Physics, Mathematics or Engineering that satisfies the University of La Laguna’s PhD admission criteria, which typically requires a Master’s degree or at least 300 ECTS credits including 60 at the master level Academic performance must be excellent, with a final degree score of 7.0 or higher (7.5 if combining Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees) and the degree should have been awarded on or after January 31, 2021 Proficiency in English is expected, and Spanish language skills are welcome if availableBenefits
Fellows receive a full-time contract starting in early 2025, including an annual stipend beginning around €19,700 in the first years and increasing in later years. If the PhD is completed early, a one‑year Postdoctoral Training Period contract is offered with a significant salary increase and extended support A one-time relocation package up to €2,500 covers an arrival flight and two-week accommodation and per diem support . The IAC actively assists non‑EU fellows with visa and residence permit processing↚