Institute of Dendrology, Polish Academy of Sciences (ID PAN)

Doctoral Training at ID PAN

The Institute of Dendrology offers structured PhD education within the Poznań Doctoral School framework. International candidates are welcome to apply for positions funded by national and EU projects focused on woody plant research.

Overview

🏛️ Institution acronym	ID PAN
🏷️ Institution name (original)	Institute of Dendrology, Polish Academy of Sciences
🌍 Country	Poland
🎓 Fields of study	Forestry and agroforestry, Plant sciences, Environmental Sciences, Biology, Plant breeding
💶 Monthly stipend	1500 EUR/month
🔗 Official website	https://www.idpan.poznan.pl/
📫 Additional contacts	For inquiries about PhD scholarships, reach out to the Institute of Dendrology via email at [email protected] or call +48 61 817 00 33. Physical Address: Parkowa 5 62-035 Kórnik Poland

Stipend affordability

Stipend on this programme: €1,500/month (gross)

Estimated stipend vs student living costs in Poland.

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PhD in Forest Sciences – Institute of Dendrology, Polish Academy of Sciences

Country: Poland | Deadline: 2026-08-17 | Funding: Not funded by a EU programme — partial

The Institute of Dendrology conducts doctoral training through its affiliation with the Poznań Doctoral School of the Institutes of the Polish Academy of Sciences. Research focuses on tree biology, forest ecology and conservation genetics. Candidates join ongoing projects examining climate impacts on woody species, seed physiology and urban tree resilience. International applicants are admitted via open competition calls published on the institute website. Supervision is provided by senior researchers with access to experimental plots, molecular laboratories and the institute arboretum collections. Funding is secured through Polish National Science Centre grants or institute budgets, allowing full-time research without teaching duties. Non-Polish citizens receive equal consideration and administrative support for visa and residence procedures.

Fields of Study

Doctoral research at the Institute of Dendrology centres on fundamental and applied questions in tree biology and forest ecosystems. Students work in well-equipped laboratories and field sites across Poland.

Forestry and Agroforestry

Projects examine sustainable forest management, carbon sequestration and silvicultural responses to changing climate conditions using long-term monitoring plots and modelling approaches.

Plant Sciences

Research covers tree physiology, seed biology, population genetics and molecular mechanisms of stress tolerance in woody species native to temperate and Mediterranean regions.

Environmental Sciences

Work addresses urban forestry, pollution effects on trees and biodiversity conservation strategies within protected forest areas and botanical collections.

Biology

Investigations include evolutionary biology of woody plants, plant-microbe interactions and functional trait ecology supported by the institute’s living collections and herbarium.

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All fields integrate field, laboratory and computational methods. International students receive dedicated mentoring and access to international conferences.

Detailed Eligibility Criteria

Applicants to the Institute of Dendrology must meet criteria set by the Poznań Doctoral School and the institute’s scientific council. Selection is merit-based and open to candidates worldwide.

Academic Qualifications

A master’s degree in biology, forestry, environmental sciences or a closely related discipline is required. Diplomas obtained outside Poland need recognition through the Polish ENIC-NARIC centre before enrolment.

Research Experience

Documented laboratory or field experience in plant or forest sciences is expected. Publications, conference presentations or participation in research projects strengthen the application.

Supervisor Agreement

Candidates must contact a prospective supervisor at the institute and obtain written confirmation of willingness to supervise before submitting the formal application.

Doctoral Scholarship at ID PAN

PhD students receive a monthly stipend funded by the Polish Ministry of Science or external grants. The base amount is approximately 1500 EUR gross, with possible increases for project participation.

Research Budget

Additional funds for consumables, travel and conference participation are provided through individual supervisor grants or institute resources. Amounts vary by project.

Application Process

Applications are submitted electronically during open recruitment windows announced on the institute website. All documents must be in English or Polish.

Identify Supervisor: Review current research groups on the institute website and email potential supervisors with a CV and brief research interests. Obtain preliminary acceptance.
Prepare Documents: Compile diploma transcripts, CV, motivation letter and supervisor confirmation. Foreign diplomas require prior nostrification or statement of equivalence.
Submit Application: ichb.pl/en/doctoral-school during the announced recruitment period.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates are invited to an online interview with the recruitment committee. Decisions are communicated within four weeks.

For questions contact the institute’s doctoral studies coordinator at [email protected]. Deadlines are published each spring and autumn.

Application Deadlines

Recruitment rounds typically open in May and November. Exact dates for 2025 are published on the institute website at https://www.idpan.poznan.pl/en/studies/doctoral-studies. Applicants should check the page regularly.

Official Website

For more information, please visit the official website: Institute of Dendrology, Polish Academy of Sciences (ID PAN)

Contact Information for PhD Admissions and Inquiries

For inquiries about PhD scholarships, reach out to the Institute of Dendrology via email at [email protected] or call +48 61 817 00 33.

Physical Address:
Parkowa 5
62-035 Kórnik
Poland

Additional Information

International Student Services

The institute assists accepted foreign students with visa documentation and residence permit applications. Administrative staff guide newcomers through Polish administrative procedures.

Career Prospects

Graduates pursue careers in academic research, national forest services, conservation NGOs and international organisations focused on forest policy and biodiversity.

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NCN Preludium and Opus Grants

PhD students at ID PAN frequently receive funding through National Science Centre Poland projects led by supervisors. Eligibility is tied to project participation; stipends range 1200-2000 EUR monthly.

Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA)

Foreign students may apply for NAWA doctoral scholarships covering living costs and insurance. Applications are submitted via NAWA portal after institute admission. NAWA scholarships.

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