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Lyon 1 launches the third call for the ArchiFun doctoral programme

The University of Lyon 1 invites students to apply for the ArchiFun Doctoral Programme “Architecture, Function and Dynamics in Life Sciences”. The call for applications is open until 2 November. 

ArchiFun is an international doctoral programme established within the Arqus Alliance and coordinated by the University of Lyon 1, focusing on the relationships between structure, function, and dynamics at all levels, from atoms to cells, organisms and ecosystems.

The ArchiFun doctoral programme aims to recruit 23 doctoral students through three calls, one in 2024 and two in 2025. Successful candidates will participate in a new European doctoral programme titled “Architecture, Function, and Dynamics in Life Sciences – ArchiFun” co-funded by the European Commission under the Marie Sklodowska-Curie COFUND action.

Applications for the third call are now open. A total of 3 doctoral candidates will be recruited to carry out their PhD at the University Claude Bernard Lyon 1. You can find the list of proposed projects via the following link. 

In this guide for applicants, the candidates will find the instructions for submission, the criteria for selection, the possibilities for secondments and training, and their obligations once recruited. 

The programme and salary are competitive and attractive.

Key dates

  • Opening of the call: 10 September 2025.
  • Deadline for applications: 2 November 2025.
  • Evaluation process: November 2025.
  • Interview phase: November 2025.
  • Start of scholarships: 1 January 2026.

For more information, visit the ArchiFun website or contact cofund-archifun@univ-lyon1.fr.

Call published on 29 Sep 2025
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