PhD position at the University of Athens & Evangelismos General Hospital, Greece (ENDOTRAIN DC6)
Location: University of Athens in collaboration with Evangelismos General Hospital, Greece
Duration: 3 years (with possibility of extension)
19 PhD Fellowships available in Digital Endocrinology in the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network (ENDOTRAIN).
Join Europe’s first doctoral network in digital endocrinology – integrating AI, sensor technology, omics, and clinical medicine to transform diagnosis and treatment of adrenal diseases.
Digital medicine is entering a new era where human “digital twins” and sensor-based monitoring allow personalised diagnosis and treatment. ENDOTRAIN will train a new generation of interdisciplinary experts who merge clinical endocrinology, AI, data science, engineering, ethics and law into an integrated field of digital endocrinology . The programme focuses on adrenal disorders as a case study for advancing digital health in Europe.
This position is part of:
This project is part of Work Package 1: Hormone Dynamics of the ENDOTRAIN network and focuses on the study of patients with adrenal tumors.
The aim is to investigate how cortisol levels affect tissue glucose, blood pressure, and sleep, and how these correlate with patient-reported data.
The project includes:
- Case–control study with collection of wearable data and hormone profiles in healthy individuals and patients
- Integration of physiological data from wearable devices (e.g., activity, heart rate, temperature) with 24h dynamic hormone profiling, proteomics, and patient-reported data
- Contribution to the development of digital diagnostic tools
- Collaboration with other doctoral candidates in WP1
- Participation in training courses and workshops of the ENDOTRAIN network
Research Fields:
Hormones, Digital Health, Medical Sensors, Physiology
Secondments:
May be planned for anywhere in the consortium depending on DC plans, but for example:
- University of Ulm (Germany): Algorithms for wearable data analysis
- University of Manchester (UK): Mathematical modeling of hormone rhythms
Qualifications and personal qualities:
We are seeking highly motivated candidates with:
- Medical Degree (MD)
- Interest in research on adrenal tumors, endocrinology, and intensive care medicine
- Basic data analysis skills
- Excellent command of English
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team
- All MSCA PhD students are 100% full-time employment contracts and salary determined by EU MSCA regulations.
- MSCA mobility and family allowance (where applicable)
General information:
Contact
For questions about the project, please contact the primary supervisor Prof.Dimitra Vasiliadis:
For questions about the ENDOTRAIN programme, please contact Programme Manager Elizabeth Farmer ( )
MSCA -Endotrain has a gender equality plan where gender balance among employees is therefore a goal. We encourage women to apply. If multiple applicants have approximately equivalent qualifications, the rules pertaining to moderate gender quotas shall apply. It is also a goal to recruit people with immigrant backgrounds. People with immigrant backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the position.
Information about applicants may be made public even if the applicant has asked not to be named on the list of persons who have applied. The applicant must be notified if the request to be omitted is not met.
About MSCA Doctoral Networks
The MSCA Doctoral Networks aim to train creative, entrepreneurial, innovative and resilient doctoral candidates, able to face current and future challenges and to convert knowledge and ideas into products and services for economic and social benefit. The MSCA Doctoral Networks raise the attractiveness and excellence of doctoral training in Europe. Read More about the MSCA Doctoral Networks.
About University of Athens & Evangelismos General Hospital, Greece
Athens General Hospital 'Evangelismos' is one of the largest and most prestigious hospitals in Greece . It is located in a sub-neighbourhood of Kolonaki named after it, Evangelismos .
The Medical Degree - English Program offers students the opportunity to earn a Doctor of Medicine qualification. This program is designed for those looking to develop a robust foundation in medical education, combining theoretical knowledge and practical experience to prepare them for a career in medicine. Students will engage in comprehensive clinical training and research opportunities throughout their studies.
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