DDLS Doctoral Student Scholarship 2026 for International Students (Fully Funded)
The DDLS Doctoral Student Scholarship 2026 offers a fully funded PhD position in Natural Sciences, specializing in Biology, at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. This scholarship is part of the SciLifeLab and Wallenberg National Program for Data Driven Life Science (DDLS), aimed at training the next generation of data-driven life scientists.
The program provides a four-year employment as a doctoral student, a competitive salary, and access to a vibrant research community with over 260 PhD students and 200 postdocs. This opportunity is crucial for those looking to advance their careers in life sciences and contribute to significant research in the field.
Eligibility
Applicants must have:
- A second-cycle degree (Master’s) in a relevant natural science subject.
- At least 240 credits, with 60 at the second-cycle level.
- Proficiency in English (TOEFL scores: 550 paper-based, 213 CBT, or 79 iBT).
- Background in bioinformatics, biostatistics, computational biology, or biologically oriented engineering.
- Experience in Bash and other programming languages (e.g., Python).
- Basic knowledge of molecular biology, genetics, and evolutionary biology.
- Strong scientific curiosity and independence.
Benefits
The scholarship includes a salary for four years of full-time study, covering all necessary expenses for the duration of the program.

