Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech), in partnership with the National Institute of Chemical Physics and Biophysics (NICPB) and 19 top-tier European research partners, has opened applications for over 15 fully funded PhD positions under the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) COFUND INNOCHEMBIO Programme.

This pan-European doctoral training initiative aims to shape the next generation of scientists driving the green transition—offering competitive salaries, international research placements, cutting-edge laboratories, and interdisciplinary projects across chemistry, biotechnology, nanotechnology, plant sciences, materials engineering, and environmental sustainability.

 Programme Highlights

• Funding: Competitive package — €2,500+ gross/month, mobility allowance, optional family allowance.

• Host Institutions: Primarily TalTech’s Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology, with select positions at NICPB.

• International Exposure: Every position includes a secondment (6–16 months) at a partner university or research institute in another European country.

• Research Areas:

  • Sustainable chemical synthesis (mechanochemistry, electrochemistry, catalytic innovations)

  • Plant molecular biology and crop stress tolerance

  • Artificial intelligence in chemical modelling and drug discovery

  • Circular economy approaches for mineral and industrial waste valorization

  • Ecotoxicology of plastics and nanomaterials

  • Green forensic technologies and biosensors

  • Renewable-material-based advanced electronics

• Number of Positions: At least 15 doctoral fellowships in the first call.

Featured Positions

Some of the key projects available include:

1. Organic Reactions under Mechanochemical Activation – Sustainable solvent-free chemical synthesis with industrial secondments.

2. Molecular Regulation of Plant Stress Tolerance in Faba Bean – Precision breeding & CRISPR technology for climate-resilient crops.

3. Machine Learning Interatomic Potentials for Chemical Reactions – AI-driven predictive modelling for drug development.

4. Sustainable Valorization of Industrial Mineral Residues – Advanced materials from mining and industrial by-products.

5. Ecotoxicological Profiling of Plastics Additives – Multi-level hazard evaluation in terrestrial and aquatic environments.

6. Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design Nanocomposites – New frameworks for environmental remediation materials.

7. Green Technologies for Forensic Drug Research – Portable, eco-friendly drug detection innovations.

(Full position list with official links available at: https://taltech.ee/en/innochembio)

Candidate Profile

Applicants should have:

• MSc or equivalent in chemistry, biotechnology, molecular biology, materials science, environmental science, or related fields.

• Excellent English (spoken & written).

• Willingness to relocate to Estonia and comply with MSCA mobility rules (not having resided there >12 months in the past 3 years).

• Strong research motivation, teamwork skills, and capacity for independent work.

Application Timeline

• Opens: 1 July 2025

• Closes: 31 August 2025 (23:59 CET)

• Expected Start: First half of 2026

Application Process

Apply via TalTech’s official Glowbase portal:
🔗 https://taltech.glowbase.com

Required documents:

• CV

• 1-page motivation letter

• BSc & MSc transcripts and diplomas

• Valid photo ID copy

• Two reference letters

• Eligibility statement (per MSCA mobility rules)

Why Apply?

• Become part of a prestigious MSCA COFUND programme.

• Gain international research experience in high-impact sustainability fields.

• Access state-of-the-art labs and industry collaborations.

• Contribute to real-world environmental and technological solutions for a sustainable future.

For full project descriptions, eligibility details, and application guidance, visit:
📍 https://taltech.ee/en/innochembio