salaries of researchers in Belgium
In Belgium, doctoral students generally benefit from an employment contract or a research grant. Their remuneration varies according to discipline, institution and funding source (FNRS, FWO, European projects, or universities).
Salaries for doctoral students in Belgium
Salaries for doctoral students in Belgium vary according to discipline, institution and funding source (university, research fund, or other). In general, contract PhD students receive a gross monthly salary of between 2,000 EUR and 2,500 EUR, with increases over the years. This remuneration often includes fringe benefits such as paid vacations and health insurance.
Difference from Master’s degree holders
Master’s degree graduates, outside academic settings, can earn a higher average annual salary, particularly in sectors such as finance, engineering, or technology, with incomes that can exceed 45,000 EUR gross in the first few years.
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