RAREFIND International PhD Programme in Gene & Cell Therapy — 22 Fellowships (Naples & Milan, Italy)

Destination

Italy · Pozzuoli (Naples) / Milan

Study level PhD

Funding Fully funded, Salary

Field of study Biology & Life Sciences, Chemistry, Medicine & Health

Work mode On-site

Language English

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About this opportunity

RAREFIND is coordinated by Fondazione Telethon. Fellows receive an MSCA-aligned package — competitive monthly salary, mobility and family allowances, visa and relocation support, plus research and training funds — with secondments and industry exposure.

Announced on LinkedIn by Assoc. Prof. Nunzia Pastore (University of Naples Federico II / TIGEM). The call opened 1 October 2026; selection runs January–June 2027. See the Apply section of the RAREFIND website.

Who can apply

Master's (or equivalent) in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, chemistry or related; no PhD; must not have lived or worked in Italy for more than 12 months in the 36 months before 31 December 2026.

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Study level: PhD

What the funding covers

MSCA-aligned salary with mobility and family allowances, visa and relocation support.

Tuition Not stated — check the official page
Stipend or salary Covered
Travel Partly covered / varies
Accommodation Not stated — check the official page
Health insurance Not stated — check the official page

"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.

Documents & tests

The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.

CV (with any publications, projects or theses)
Motivation letter written for this specific project
Undergraduate and master's transcripts and degree certificates
Two or three referees or recommendation letters
Research statement or proposal, if requested
English test score or proof of English-medium study

Tests: Not stated — check the official page
Application fee: Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee

How to apply

General steps — the provider's own instructions always take priority.

Read the full eligibility rules on www.rarefind-cofund.eu and confirm you meet every mandatory condition.
Confirm this year's deadline and time zone on the official page — dates change every cycle.
Prepare your documents and book any language test early; results can take two weeks or more.
Write your statement, CV and other texts specifically for this opportunity.
Submit through the official portal only, keep the confirmation email, and track your application here.

Before you apply

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Nationality Open to all nationalities
Academic level & grades PhD
Language / tests Not stated — check the official page
I know what I must pay myself Not covered, partly covered or not stated: Tuition, Travel, Accommodation, Health insurance
Deadline & time zone confirmed on the official page 31 Dec 2026
All documents ready 6 typical documents
Applying on the official website only — never through a paid agent www.rarefind-cofund.eu

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Program dates

Program dates: 1 Nov 2027

Quick answers

Who can apply for RAREFIND International PhD Programme in Gene & Cell Therapy?

Open to all nationalities. Level: PhD. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.

Is RAREFIND International PhD Programme in Gene & Cell Therapy fully funded?

Funding type: Fully funded, Salary. Covers: stipend or salary. Not separately covered: travel (partly).

What is the deadline for RAREFIND International PhD Programme in Gene & Cell Therapy?

The deadline is 31 Dec 2026. Status: Open now. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.

Does RAREFIND International PhD Programme in Gene & Cell Therapy require IELTS or another test?

Our record does not state a test requirement — check the official page and your chosen university.

How do I apply for RAREFIND International PhD Programme in Gene & Cell Therapy?

Apply only on the official website (www.rarefind-cofund.eu). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".

Is there an application fee?

No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.

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Official source: www.rarefind-cofund.eu
Last checked: 20 Oct 2026
Listing updated: 19 Oct 2026

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