Seven PhD studentships will be available at University of Padova for candidates interested in the area of *Statistical Sciences* (*start of activities: October 1st, 2016*).

*Eligibility* The studentship competition is open to applicants of any age or citizenship, holding a 2nd cycle degree or a single cycle degree from an Italian university or an equivalent qualification from other countries of at least four years' duration (applicants can get their qualification no later than 30th September 2016). Admission is decided on the basis of qualifications only and does not require an entry examination.

*Award* The award will be for three years, subject to satisfactory progress, at the following rate: annual grant of euros 13.638,47 with a start date of 1 October 2016.

*How to apply* The call will be published on *May 17 (deadline June 16)* at the page http://www.unipd.it/ricerca/dottorati-di-ricerca/bandi-e-graduatorie English version at the page http://www.unipd.it/en/node/1053

*Applications are only accepted online*

*Further information* See http://www.stat.unipd.it/fare-ricerca/ammissione or contact phd@stat.unipd.it

Kindest regards,

Monica Chiogna PhD Course Coordinator