Iciq Fully-Funded Phd Programme 2026 - First Call

The Fully-Funded PhD Programme offered by The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is aimed at exceptional graduate students from around the world to support their enrolment in a training and research programme in chemistry, leading to a Doctoral Thesis in partnership with Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV). The programme contributes to the professional development of graduates in academia and industry.

The objective is achieved by conducting an individual research project under the direction of an internationally renowned Group Leader, with opportunities for short stays in distinguished international research institutions and complementary training in both technical and soft skills. The educational framework includes scientific seminars, hands-on training with state-of-the-art instrumentation, IP management, entrepreneurship, research integrity, knowledge and technology transfer, grant applications, project management, communication skills and c...