9 fully funded Ph.D. positions in “Cultural Systems” at the IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca

The IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca is now recruiting 9 talented doctoral candidates in its Cultural Systems (CS) Ph.D. Program.

In a unique multidisciplinary environment, the CS Program – Track in Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies trains talented graduates from different backgrounds to undertake cutting-edge research in the many scientific fields related to cultural systems, and to operate as high-level, innovative cultural heritage professionals. Research- and practice-oriented courses will allow you to get innovative, up-to-date, high-quality training, relevant to careers in Academia, the cultural heritage sector, creative industries, and private companies. Students are involved in cross-disciplinary experimental activities and research projects in direct contact with cultural heritage, institutions and companies, and with leading academics and practitioners in the field. The Erasmus+ framework and ad hoc mobility agreements support students’ international student’s mobility.

CS framework

• Contract Type: 36-month scholarship 
• Commitment: Full time
• Location: Lucca (Tuscany, Italy)
• Official language: English
• Starting date: November 1, 2025

Your Role

• First year: Attend and pass graduate courses
• Second and third year: Agree upon your research project with at least one Advisor chosen among the Faculty members and engage in your research under the Advisor's guidance
• Participate in the daily academic and campus life, including seminars, conferences, workshops, public outreach activities, field trips and activities, research projects, etc.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in the Humanities, Social Sciences, ICT or related fields (to be obtained by 31st October 2025)
• High level of proficiency in English
• Enthusiasm for research, motivation, self-confidence, critical thinking

What We Offer

• An exciting multidisciplinary and international research environment, multiple opportunities to interact with international leading scholars and experts in the sector, and with cultural heritage Objects, Sites, Institutions, Curators, Managers, Companies.
• Work under the supervision of at least one Advisor from the Faculty
• Interaction with other numerous doctoral candidates, postdoc researchers, and Faculty members;
• A tailor-made scientific training program, a wide range of courses and seminars held by leading researchers and experts
• Mentoring, training, and career development support
• A highly competitive full-time PhD Position with
  • a scholarship for a maximum period of 3 consecutive years
  • social security coverage
  • free accommodation on campus (all year round)
  • free meals on campus (lunch and dinner, all year round)
  • additional research funds
  • additional international mobility funds
  • insurance coverages (liability, accident)
  • no tuition fees

How to Apply
Submit your application through the online application system at the following link (registration required): https://pica.cineca.it/imtlucca/imtlucca-phd-cs-2025/ 

Students who have graduated or are graduating by 31st October 2025 can apply. 

Deadline for applications: May 28, 2025 at 1pm (CEST time) 

Application Schedule

·       Interview of short-listed candidates: July 14-18, 2025

·       Notification of admission: end of July 2025

More information

More information at https://cs.imtlucca.it/

Contact: [email protected]