Information for international researchers (Euraxess Service Centre)

Considering a research career at Ghent University

• Attracting top research talent
• Research funding
• A PhD at Ghent University
• Job opportunities
• Research positions for refugees

Feeling at home at Ghent University

WELCOME AT THE WORKPLACE

• Working at Ghent University
• Meet your buddy

RESEARCH FACILITIES

• Research funding
• Science parks
• Libraries
• Doctoral Schools

UNIVERSITY FACILITIES

• Housing facilities
• Language courses
• WiFi: Ghent University is part of the Eduroam Network
• Sports Centre
• University restaurants

LIVING IN GHENT

• Childcare facilities for children aged 0 to 3
• (International) schools
• Ironing service
• Bicycle rent and repair

Administration

• Visa
• Registration at the host town
• On the Ghent University payroll: signing your contract at the Personnel Department

Contact

You can contact most university services via their specific contact details (see related webpages).

EURAXESS - Researchers in Motion

A one-stop shop for researchers seeking to advance their careers and personal development by moving to other countries. In addition to the information on training and jobs, this electronic gateway is the entry point to a wealth of practical information on living, working and relaxing in the European countries involved.

EURAXESS Services is a network of more than 200 centres located in 37 European countries.

At Ghent University, several central administrative units work together to act as the EURAXESS Services Centre for the university as a whole.