PhD Positions in Mathematics
As of 8 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 38 open PhD positions in Mathematics from 16 organizations in 3 countries.
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Key facts
As of 8 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 38 open PhD positions in Mathematics from 16 organizations in 3 countries.
- Open listings
- 38
- Organizations
- 16
- Closing within 30 days
- 32
- State pay or funding
- 38
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 Mathematics
38 current matching listings
Delft University of Technology
Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Combinatorics
Strong communication and collaboration skills Mathematical maturity on the level of a master's degree in mathematics. A master's degree in mathematics (or closely related…
1 day leftPaidComputer Science · Mathematics · Media and Communication
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Gothenburg, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in joint optical communications and sensing
Reference number REF 2026-0449 Join us for an exciting and excellent Doctoral student journey to create the future of optical communications and sensing! About us At the…
2 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Electrical Engineering · Life Sciences
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Utrecht, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD: Spatial Optimization of Land Use in Brazil
Travel to Brazil to interact with various stakeholders in land use in MATOPIBA; Translate stakeholders’ preferences in terms of ‘productive agriculture’ and ‘healthy…
5 days leftPaidMathematics · Computer Science · Business and Management
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Probabilistic and Extremal Combinatorics
Mathematical maturity on the level of a master's degree in mathematics; a master's degree in mathematics (or closely related discipline) is a requirement by the start of…
6 days leftPaidComputer Science · Physics · Mathematics
Apply by ViewLulea University of Technology
Lulea, Sweden
PhD position
PhD student in energy engineering – Model-based analyses of biobased fuels and gas turbines in a sustainable Swedish energy system
Reference number 3982-2026 Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? As a doctoral student with us, you will work closely with leading researchers in…
6 days leftPaidEnergy · Mathematics · Social Sciences
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
PhD student in Computer and Systems Sciences, with focus on Internet of Things and Machine Learning
The Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic…
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Mathematics · Media and Communication
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
PhD student in mathematics education with a focus on statistical literacy
The Department of Subject Education has about 280 employees. We conduct research on teaching and learning in relation to different subjects in all stages of the education…
7 days leftPaidMathematics · Education · Statistics
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Digital Holography for Metrology
You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Electrical Engineering
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
PhD student in Computer and Systems Sciences, with focus on Machine Learning
The Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic…
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Robotics and Automation
Apply by ViewChalmers University of Technology
Gothenburg, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral Student in Human-in-the-Loop Autonomous Systems
Reference number REF 2026-0422 We are looking for 5 motivated Doctoral students to help design the next generation of human-in-the-loop autonomous systems at the Division…
7 days leftPaidRobotics and Automation · Computer Science · Mathematics
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Amplitude & Phase Control in Optical Metrology
You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Electrical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering
Apply by ViewEindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Statistics
10 days leftPaidStatistics · Computer Science · Neuroscience
Apply by ViewTampere University
Tampere, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher (Ice Crystal Surface Roughness and Atmospheric Optics)
Tampere University and Tampere University of Applied Sciences create a unique environment for multidisciplinary, inspirational and high-impact research and education. Our…
10 days leftPaidPhysics · Mathematics · Statistics
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in the Integrated Circuit Group on Transceivers for Optical Communications
Understanding applications, architecture, building blocks, integration, requirements, limitations and state of the art in optical transceivers Understanding modeling of…
10 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Electrical Engineering
Apply by ViewEindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Control Theory for Learned Operators in Dynamical Systems
10 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Mechanical Engineering · Energy
Apply by ViewWageningen University & Research
Wageningen, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Exploring grassland multifunctionality through modelling
Develop a Research Proposal and a Training and Supervision Plan, to structure the 4-year PhD trajectory; Master the state of the art in ecosystem services delivery from…
11 days leftPaidMathematics · Business and Management · Environmental Sciences
Apply by ViewKarlstad University
Karlstad, Sweden
PhD position
Doktorand i matematikens didaktik
Karlstad University / Faculty of Health, Science and Technology / Department of Mathematics and Computer Science Sapere Aude – dare to know – is our motto. Our students…
13 days leftPaidComputer Science · Mathematics
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Thermal Sensors based on Sigma-Delta Modulation
You hold an MSc degree in Electrical Engineering. You are an experienced chip designer. You have strong knowledge of analog and sensor-based systems. You can…
14 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Electrical Engineering
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Adaptive Optimization and Control of Offshore Energy Systems
MSc degree in Systems and Control, Chemical Engineering or similar field (essential). Prior experience with optimization algorithms (essential). Prior experience with…
14 days leftPaidEnergy · Mathematics · Computer Science
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in machine learning and optimization
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Project description Third-cycle subject: Computer Science KTH is now inviting…
14 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Mathematics · Data Science
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Chaotic Sampling for Secure and Sustainable Networked Control Systems
An MSc degree in systems & control, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, theoretical computer science, or a closely related…
15 days leftPaidRobotics and Automation · Computer Science · Electrical Engineering
Apply by ViewLund University
Lund, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral Student in Automatic Control with focus on Datacenter Control
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…
15 days leftPaidElectrical Engineering · Mathematics
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in High-Frequency Transformer Design and Partial Discharge Modeling for Data Centers
17 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Electrical Engineering · Energy
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Hardware Architectures for Physics-Informed AI
17 days leftPaidPhysics · Artificial Intelligence · Computer Science
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Frequently asked questions
How many PhD positions in Mathematics are currently open?
As of 8 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 38 open PhD positions in Mathematics from 16 organizations in 3 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 Mathematics?
The countries with the most open listings are Netherlands (20), Sweden (14) and Finland (4).
Which fields are most common among PhD positions in Mathematics?
The most frequent fields among current listings are Mathematics (38), Computer Science (22) and Artificial Intelligence (18).
Which organizations have the most open PhD positions in Mathematics?
The organizations with the most open listings are Delft University of Technology (9), Eindhoven University of Technology (6) and Linkoping University (4).
Are these PhD positions funded?
38 of 38 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. 32 of the current listings have a stated deadline within the next 30 days. Check the original posting before applying.