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For PhD Applicants

RAMP-UP: Regenerative Medicine and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products – United for PhD Excellence

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RAMP-UP is looking for talented, curious, and motivated early-stage researchers who want to make a real difference in the field of regenerative medicine and advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs).

We offer a comprehensive doctoral training programme, funded by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, part of the European Union's Horizon Europe's research and innovation framework, that connects academic excellence with hands-on experience across industry, clinical, and regulatory environments.

As a RAMP-UP Doctoral Fellow, you'll join a dynamic, international community working across science, technology, and healthcare. RAMP-UP fellows will be employed as full-time doctoral candidates at one of the programme’s four host institutions:

  • Lund University (Sweden)
  • Leiden University Medical Center (Netherlands)
  • Hannover Medical School (Germany)
  • Technical University of Denmark (Denmark)

Depending on the local regulations of the host university, fellowships will span 36–48 months and include a competitive salary in line with MSCA COFUND allowances, full social security coverage, and access to benefits such as paid holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and pension contributions (where applicable). All fellows will join supportive, collaborative, and family-friendly research environments and take part in annual development and performance reviews as part of their doctoral training.

Learn more about how to join RAMP-UP below:

Who Can Apply?

Find out who’s eligible to apply, what backgrounds we’re looking for, and how to determine if this programme is the right fit for you.

How to Apply

Step-by-step instructions on choosing your research project, preparing your application, and submitting it through our central portal.

Research Projects

Explore the interdisciplinary PhD projects that make up RAMP-UP, addressing the full ATMP value chain from invention to clinical translation, and societal impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

Browse through a compiled list of answers to the most common queries we receive, from eligibility and employment requirements to application tips.

Contact

RAMP-UP Doctoral Programme

Email: RampUp [at] med [dot] lu [dot] se

Last updated: 19 Dec 2025 | alexis [dot] bento_luis [at] med [dot] lu [dot] se