Call for Applications: 7 Fully-Funded PhD Positions in Economics, Analytics, and Decision Sciences (EADS) IMT School for Advanced Studies, Lucca, Italy 2025

Location: IMT School for Advanced Studies, Lucca, Italy
Application Deadline: June 12, 2025 at 13:00 (CEST)
About the Program
The EADS PhD program offers a unique opportunity for international students to engage in groundbreaking research in economics, analytics, and decision sciences. Students will gain advanced knowledge and skills through the integration of tools from:
- Statistics
- Computer Science
- Psychology
Students will have the chance to collaborate with international institutions, including KU Leuven (Belgium) and University of Alicante (Spain), and participate in research exchanges at global institutions through Erasmus University Rotterdam+.
Program Highlights
- 4-year full-time, fully-funded scholarship
- Free on-campus accommodation (available year-round)
- Free lunch and dinner on campus
- Additional research and international mobility funds
- Social security and insurance coverage
- Tailor-made training, seminars, and career support
- No tuition fees
What You’ll Do
- Year 1: Coursework customized to your background
- Years 2–4: Independent research conducted both in Lucca and abroad
- Write 3+ publishable papers for your thesis
- Participate in seminars, conferences, and outreach activities
Who Can Apply?
- Master’s degree (to be completed by Oct 31, 2025) in the following fields:
- Economics
- Statistics
- Computer Science
- Law
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Philosophy of Science
- Behavioral/Cognitive Sciences
- Related fields
- Strong English skills
- Solid quantitative abilities
- Passion for research and addressing policy-relevant questions
How to Apply
- Apply here: Application Link
- Application deadline: June 12, 2025 at 13:00 CEST
- For questions, email: [email protected]
Key Dates
- Interviews: July 14–15, 2025
- Admission results: End of July 2025
More Information
Visit the program website for more details: EADS PhD Program
Don’t miss out on the chance to join a dynamic and interdisciplinary research community in the heart of Tuscany! Apply today!



