Funding & benefits
Salary, pension and terms of employment are in accordance with the requirements from the European Commission related to the MSCA programme. The salary (monthly living allowance) is 3 639,85 € per month before taxes. Additionally, a monthly mobility allowance 546,15 € per month before taxes will be paid. If applicable, a conditional monthly family allowance of 507,69 € per month before taxes is paid.
Standard Finnish pension benefits and occupational health care are provided for University of Helsinki employees. Read more about the employee benefits at the University of Helsinki and why the University of Helsinki is an excellent career choice: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers.
Successful candidates have to be ready to work in a team, travel to conferences and network training events, and to take part in an academic and non-academic secondments abroad.
“36‑month full-time EU MSCA contract and fully funded doctoral position”
Eligible programmes & fields
Use the verified study fields above for subject-fit screening and confirm the exact eligible degree on the provider’s official programme page before applying.
About this opportunity
Please also see about relocation support: Eligibility Criteria Applicants must hold a relevant Master’s degree or equivalent which formally entitles them to start a doctorate at the time of application Applicants cannot have been awarded a doctoral degree. Applicants can be of any nationality; however, they must comply with the mobility rule: must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc
The opportunity currently maps to study areas including International Relations & Development. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Key dates
Eligibility requirements
- Salary, pension and terms of employment are in accordance with the requirements from the European Commission related to the MSCA programme. The salary (monthly living allowance) is 3 639,85 € per month before taxes. Additionally, a monthly mobility allowance 546,15 € per month before taxes will be paid. If applicable, a conditional monthly family allowance of 507,69 € per month before taxes is paid.
- Applicants must hold a relevant Master’s degree or equivalent which formally entitles them to start a doctorate at the time of application
- Applicants cannot have been awarded a doctoral degree.
- All positions require excellent English-language skills, some projects may particularly benefit from knowledge of Russian and/or languages spoken in the Baltic States and the Western Balkans.
- The appointee must obtain the right to pursue a doctoral degree at the University of Helsinki and approval by a suitable doctoral programme by the end of the standard 6-month probationary period of the employment, unless having already existing study right. The research plan and other application material will be prepared together with the PhD supervisor(s) in the beginning of the employment period.
- Degree certificates and academic transcripts
- Applicants can be of any nationality; however, they must comply with the mobility rule: must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of the recruiting organisation for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before their recruitment date.
“Applicants must hold a relevant Master’s degree or equivalent which formally entitles them to start a doctorate at the time of application”
Should you apply?
This is a PhD / Doctoral-level opportunity working in International Relations & Development. The decisive requirement, in University of Helsinki Jobs's words, is: "Applicants must hold a relevant Master’s degree or equivalent which formally entitles them to start a doctorate at the time of application." There are 56 days until the closing date — enough time to gather references and transcripts if you begin promptly. Expect to prepare 2 documents (listed below).
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: PhD / Doctoral.
- Study area: International Relations & Development.
- Citizenship / nationality rule: Applicants can be of any nationality; however, they must comply with the mobility rule: must not have resided or carrie….
- Prior degree / academic background: Applicants must hold a relevant Master’s degree or equivalent which formally entitles them to start a doctorate at the time of application.
- English-language requirement: All positions require excellent English-language skills, some projects may particularly b….
- Study destination: Finland.
Review carefully if
- Applicants who do not hold the required prior degree/background may not be eligible.
- Applicants who cannot meet the stated language requirement should review the official waiver/rule carefully.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Required documents
- Prospective research proposal outlining your interest in the specific project
- Degree certificates and academic transcripts
Application process
Application checklist
- Compare your profile with the verified eligibility criteria on this page.
- Review the official application page for the complete list of required documents.
- Complete the verified supervisor requirement before submitting the final application.
- Use the official application route linked on this page rather than a third-party submission form.
- Submit before the verified application timing shown in the Key dates section.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
How much does this award pay?
University of Helsinki Jobs states: "36‑month full-time EU MSCA contract and fully funded doctoral position."
Who can apply?
In University of Helsinki Jobs's own words: "Applicants must hold a relevant Master’s degree or equivalent which formally entitles them to start a doctorate at the time of application."
Which nationalities are eligible?
The eligibility record states: Applicants can be of any nationality; however, they must comply with the mobility rule: must not have resided or carrie….
What level of study is it for?
It is for PhD / Doctoral level applicants at University of Helsinki Jobs in Finland.
Is an English test required?
All positions require excellent English-language skills, some projects may particularly b….
When is the deadline?
Applications close on 15 Dec 2026. That is 56 days from now.
Where do I apply?
Directly with University of Helsinki Jobs, through the official application page linked from this record.
Do I need a supervisor before applying?
Yes. The application record indicates a supervisor must be secured before or as part of the application.
What documents are required?
The official page lists 2 items: Prospective research proposal outlining your interest in the specific project, Degree certificates and academic transcripts.
Official sources & verification
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Official sources last checked: 19 Oct 2026 · Verified 2 h ago
Timeline context
- Closes in 56 days (Tuesday 15 December 2026).
About University of Helsinki Jobs
University of Helsinki Jobs is based in Finland and publishes this opportunity on its own official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier reads directly.