PhD Positions in Materials Science
As of 7 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 26 open PhD positions in Materials Science from 14 organizations in 4 countries.
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Key facts
As of 7 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 26 open PhD positions in Materials Science from 14 organizations in 4 countries.
- Open listings
- 26
- Organizations
- 14
- Closing within 30 days
- 23
- State pay or funding
- 26
Before you apply
Read the full project description on the official vacancy page, check eligibility and the required documents, and contact the named supervisor with specific questions well before the deadline.
Open PhD positions in Materials Science
26 current matching listings
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Engineering Sciences Project description Third-cycle subject: Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics The group of Egor Babaev…
Due todayPaidPhysics · Mechanical Engineering · Materials Science
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Lund, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in Physics: Topoelectronic Quantum Devices in 2D Materials
Lund University Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 46 000 students and 8 500 staff…
2 days leftPaidPhysics · Materials Science · Education
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher in Hardware-Aware AI for Analog and RF Circuits
Application closes on Unit Job category Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research…
2 days leftPaidComputer Science · Robotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Light-Driven Synthesis and Recycling of Bio-Based Polymers
3 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Chemistry
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in nonlinear optical materials
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Engineering Sciences Project description Third-cycle subject: Applied Physics We are looking for a doctoral student who wants…
3 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Physics · Education
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Effective barriers against rising damp
the Rheological changes of the product during polycondensation Reaction and aging in quasi-2D micromodels of porous media designed in the lab. Results will bring valuable…
3 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Chemistry · Physics
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Trondheim, Norway
PhD position
PhD in Advanced Testing, Modelling, and Simulation of Composite Materials under High Velocity Impact
4 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Civil Engineering
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral researcher (PhD student) in thin films for electrocatalysis
Application closes on Unit Job category Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research…
4 days leftPaidComputer Science · Robotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position in the Fatigue Performance and Weldability of Next-Generation Structural Steels
You hold an MSc degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. You have a background in structural performance of…
4 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Civil Engineering · Energy
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position in Hydrogel Bioelectronics
An MSc degree in electrical engineering, bioengineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field. A background or strong…
4 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Life Sciences
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Groningen, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD TactoChem – Signal Amplification and Processing
A sense of touch allows us to handle objects with fine motor skills and navigate the complexities of everyday life. Robots struggle with even simple tasks, because their…
5 days leftPaidRobotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering · Materials Science
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Developing Magnetic Nanomaterials in the Project "Welding Made Easy"
Colloidal chemical synthesis of magnetic nanoparticles (e.g. Mn-Fe ferrite alloys) with tunable switch temperatures Post-synthetic and in-situ surface functionalisation…
8 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Mechanical Engineering · Chemistry
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral researcher
Application closes on Unit Job category Aalto University is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet technology and business. We are committed to…
8 days leftPaidComputer Science · Robotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering
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Enschede, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD positions in Structural Health Monitoring of Welded Thermoplastic Composite Assemblies
Perform experimental characterization of the static and fatigue performance of welded thermoplastic composite structures. Develop constitutive models that accurately…
8 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Mechanical Engineering
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Gothenburg, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in Battery Recycling
Reference number REF 2026-0421 Do you want to contribute to the transition towards a circular battery value chain and increased resource security? We are seeking a highly…
11 days leftPaidEnergy · Materials Science · Medical Sciences
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher in Backscatter-Assisted Wireless Positioning
Application closes on Unit Job category Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research…
11 days leftPaidElectrical Engineering · Computer Science · Robotics and Automation
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Enschede, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD position in circular silicon and silicon carbide for additive manufacturing
15 days leftPaidMechanical Engineering · Data Science · Electrical Engineering
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
2 Doctoral Researchers in Reinforcement Learning
Application closes on Unit Job category Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research…
16 days leftPaidComputer Science · Robotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering
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Linkoping, Sweden
PhD position
PhD student in Ionic Thermoelectrics and Electrochemistry for Thermal Energy Harvesting
Reference number LiU-2026-03808 We are now looking to appoint a PhD student in Ionic Thermoelectrics and Electrochemistry for Thermal Energy Harvesting, placed at the…
23 days leftPaidChemistry · Electrical Engineering · Materials Science
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher position in Chemical Engineering
Application closes on Unit Job category Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research…
23 days leftPaidComputer Science · Robotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering
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Enschede, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD position in multi-material additive manufacturing for advanced chip cooling
24 days leftPaidMechanical Engineering · Computer Science · Electrical Engineering
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD In Materials and Mechanics for Advanced Ceramic-based Protection Systems | Cera-Shield
PhD 1: Development of advanced ceramic microstructures – mostly experimental PhD 2: Modeling and optimization of ceramic–composite systems – mostly numerical PhD 3:…
24 days leftPaidMechanical Engineering · Computer Science · Materials Science
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Turku, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral researcher / Project Researcher in Soft Robotics
The University of Turku is a world-class multidisciplinary research university, hosting a vibrant community of 25,000 students and employees from over 100 different…
25 days leftPaidRobotics and Automation · Computer Science · Mechanical Engineering
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Umeå, Sweden
PhD position
PhD position in Experimental Physics with a focus on photonics and materials science (fundamental aspects)
Umeå University, Faculty of Science and Technology Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 41,500 students and about 4,600…
54 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Physics · Electrical Engineering
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Frequently asked questions
How many PhD positions in Materials Science are currently open?
As of 7 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 26 open PhD positions in Materials Science from 14 organizations in 4 countries. Listings whose deadline has passed or whose original posting is marked closed are excluded from this count.
Which countries have the most open PhD positions in Materials Science?
The countries with the most open listings are Netherlands (10), Finland (8) and Sweden (7).
Which fields are most common among PhD positions in Materials Science?
The most frequent fields among current listings are Materials Science (26), Mechanical Engineering (13) and Electrical Engineering (12).
Which organizations have the most open PhD positions in Materials Science?
The organizations with the most open listings are Aalto University (6), Delft University of Technology (3) and University of Twente (3).
Are these PhD positions funded?
26 of 26 current listings state a salary, payment or stipend. Where the source does not state compensation, the listing shows "Not specified". Confirm the terms on the official posting before applying.
How often is this list updated?
Listings are refreshed through scheduled imports and direct publication by organizations. 23 of the current listings have a stated deadline within the next 30 days. Check the original posting before applying.