10 Million Euros for a PhD by Companies

By: Together Abroad 23-01-2017 9:40 AM
Categories: * Daily employment news,

For scientists who convert their knowledge into products and services for businesses, i.e. industrial doctorates, the government has provided 10 million Euros.That was written last week by Sander Dekker the Secretary of Education in a letter to parliament.

Converting into Knowledge

The 10 million Euros that the State Secretary, together with industry and universities, want to receive is intended for scientists to do research PhD at companies. State Secretary Dekker: "Scientific knowledge can contribute to the major social issues and economic opportunities of the moment". The industrial doctorate is one of the ideas to ensure this.
Besides, the Dutch research funding WNO in evaluating grant applications now look at what a university graduate has already done in such Dekker calls it, 'valorisation', transforming knowledge into products and services.
Netherlands is lagging behind
In our country has scientific knowledge even less economic and social impact than in neighboring countries such as Germany, Dekker says to the FD. "There is a stronger link between the institutes and the business."
The measures should therefore elicit more private investment. Dutch industry is significantly behind in terms of investment in research and development compared with other EU Member States and other affluent countries, united in the OECD.
More chances to find a job
Promotional Network Netherlands is pleased with the extra money and hopes that the candidates in this way will have more chances to have a job after their promotion. Chairman Rolf van Wegberg against UT News: "About 75 percent of the candidates does not work at the university: it would be nice if such cooperation improves career prospects."
The subsidy for industrial doctorates are specifically for SMEs. Dekker says that companies like Shell and Philips have managed to find their way to the universities.
Source: http://www.pwdegids.nl

Photo credit: Designed by Freepik

1715 views
No reactions
Print
Mail a friend
This article is restricted. You have to be logged in to be able to add further reactions.

For an expat moving to the Netherlands, getting the right direction is very important. It's important that one knows which steps and direction to take. Linda is an exceptionally talent counselor, her advice has helped me land a job within a week of coming to the Netherlands. I am grateful for her mentoring and look forward to a great working relationship in the future.

Dr. Hrishiraj S | Clinical Research & Affairs Manager

Together Abroad provided expert advice on personal branding including developing a top-notch, market-aware CV, highly tailored job applications, and approach strategies with potential employers in the Netherlands. Furthermore, I found them be highly knowledgeable in key related fields such as recruitment strategy, immigration law, contracts, labor agreements, and (un)employment benefits. I would recommend Together Abroad to anyone who needs professional help with transitioning to a new career.

A. Aboufirass | Structural Engeer

Linda is a big mind. She thinks about things that the rest normally overlook. The insight she has about the dutch job market can only be achieved through years of experience and persistence.

Her business savvy is complemented by her mastery of understanding the client's needs and requirements. For my career I could say, she was the “Mary Poppins”, who guided me through thick and thin and helped me to land a career in the Netherlands

S. Bhattacharjee | FP&A Manager

If you are going to enlist the services of a "Career Coach" look no further. The only person you want in your corner is Linda van Orsouw. As an expat, you absolutely want to work with a highly skilled and knowledgeable professional who knows their way around the Dutch career/employment/job market. Linda assisted me in writing and positioning my CV, helped me organize and prioritize my list of opportunities, coached me through mock interviews and was there when I got offered a senior position only 2 months later. When asked I will only refer to Linda and "Togetherabroad".

Mr. C. Joubert
Lead Workplace Strategy Consultant 

 

New item