PhD positions in the Netherlands
Find doctoral vacancies from Dutch research organizations and universities, with original application links and visible deadlines.
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As of 13 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 159 open PhD positions in the Netherlands from 13 organizations.
- Open listings
- 159
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- 13
- Closing within 30 days
- 150
- State pay or funding
- 159
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Open PhD positions in the Netherlands
159 current matching listings
University of Twente
Enschede, Netherlands
PhD position
2 PhD positions on Measuring the Future of Power Electronics
Develop current-sensor concepts targeting a bandwidth above 300 MHz and an insertion inductance below 1 nH. Model the electromagnetic behaviour, parasitic effects,…
3 days leftPaidElectrical Engineering · Energy
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Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Promovendus 'Vroege voorspellers van gokgedrag bij jongeren
Samenbrengen, harmoniseren en analyseren van gegevens uit Generation R, ABCD en GUTS; Meewerken aan nieuwe dataverzameling onder kinderen, jongeren en jongvolwassenen;…
3 days leftPaidInterdisciplinary Research
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Groningen, Netherlands
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PhD Position in Soft-Matter Modeling for Mechanobiology
A 4-year PhD position is available at the interface of biophysical modeling, soft matter and cell mechanobiology at the Groningen Research Institute of Pharmacy, within…
3 days leftPaidMechanical Engineering
Apply by ViewEindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
2 PhD positions in Ultrafast optical control of topological magnetic textures
3 days leftPaidPhysics
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
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PhD Candidate: "Agents of Doubt: A Novel Framework on Adolescents"
completing an English-language PhD dissertation consisting of research articles within the appointment period; conducting (panel) surveys, lab experiments, data donation,…
3 days leftPaidMedia and Communication
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Vacancy: Knowledge Creation and Sharing in Augmented Organisations
5 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence
Apply by ViewUniversity of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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PhD position on how vegetation influences soil microbial processes and carbon cycling across scales
performing laboratory experiments and field campaigns at the ICOS ecosystem station Loobos and other sites; quantifying soil microclimate, microbial activity, community…
5 days leftPaidEnvironmental Sciences
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Tilburg, Netherlands
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PhD kandidaat vroegtijdige detectie van mentale problemen
Binnen het departement Ontwikkelingspsychologie is een vacature voor een PhD kandidaat binnen het FWO-project “Detecting mental disorders in advance: Unraveling the…
5 days leftPaidInterdisciplinary Research
Apply by ViewEindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Statistics
5 days leftPaidStatistics · Computer Science · Neuroscience
Apply by ViewEindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven, Netherlands
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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…
5 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Electrical Engineering
Apply by ViewEindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven, Netherlands
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PhD in Control Theory for Learned Operators in Dynamical Systems
5 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Mechanical Engineering · Energy
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
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PhD candidate in ecological modelling of krill and salps in a changing Southern Ocean
Complete and defend a PhD thesis within the official appointment duration of four years Develop and analyze stage-structured population models for krill and salp Couple…
5 days leftPaidEnvironmental Sciences · Humanities
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Delft, Netherlands
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PhD Position Advancing Electrically Driven Separation Processes via Local pH-Gradient Analysis
visualizing and quantifying local pH gradients using Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscopy (FLIM) to understand their influence on separation performance and membrane…
5 days leftPaidPhysics
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Delft, Netherlands
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PhD Position on Twin Transition of Infrastructure: Paradoxical Leadership
A master’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, project management, business administration, information systems, innovation studies or a related field.…
5 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Business and Management · Environmental Sciences
Apply by ViewUniversity of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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PhD Agrochemical impacts on microbial carbon cycling in aquatic ecosystems
Co-designing and conducting field sampling and measurements, lab experiments, and instrumental analyses; Conducting large dataset processing and statistical analyses;…
5 days leftPaidEnvironmental Sciences · Agricultural Sciences
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Delft, Netherlands
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PhD Position Foundation Models for Automotive Imaging Radar
An MSc degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field. A strong academic record and solid background in…
5 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Robotics and Automation
Apply by ViewUniversity of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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PhD position on socio-emotional effects of child language brokering in multilingual families
reviewing literature on the effects of language brokering on emotions and attitudes; carrying out in-depth studies to investigate the effects of child language brokering…
6 days leftPaidHumanities · Medical Sciences · Media and Communication
Apply by ViewUniversity of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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PhD position on linguistic effects of child language brokering in multilingual families
reviewing literature on the effects of language brokering on the heritage and second language; carrying out in-depth studies to investigate the effects of child brokering…
6 days leftPaidHumanities · Medical Sciences · Statistics
Apply by ViewDelft University of Technology
Delft, Netherlands
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PhD Position Safe and Effective Handover Practices in Sociotechnical Intensive Care Unit Context
A background in Medicine, Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Clinical Technology, Technical Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Management of…
6 days leftPaidMedical Sciences · Life Sciences · Business and Management
Apply by ViewWageningen University & Research
Wageningen, Netherlands
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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…
6 days leftPaidMathematics · Business and Management · Environmental Sciences
Apply by ViewTilburg University
Tilburg, Netherlands
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Promovendus BUILD-BONE: Behavioural and exercise-based interventions for bone strength and density
Beschrijving van het project Dit project richt zich op het ontwikkelen van een innovatieve leefstijl interventie voor jongeren tussen 12-25 jaar om het risico op…
6 days leftPaidInterdisciplinary Research
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IJmuiden, Netherlands
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PhD position on local food web dynamics within offshore wind farms
conduct laboratory experiments to measure and quantify grazing rates, carbon biomass, prey preferences, particle export, and faeces sinking velocity rates across…
7 days leftPaidApply by ViewRadboud University
Nijmegen, Netherlands
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PhD Position: Curiosity in the Classroom
7 days leftPaidNeuroscience · Psychology · Media and Communication
Apply by ViewDelft University of Technology
Delft, Netherlands
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PhD Position Video-based Hand Motion-tracking for Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis
MSc in engineering or similar discipline by the start date of the position Experience with mechanical modeling and simulation Experience in computer programming/scripting…
8 days leftPaidComputer Science · Medical Sciences · Business and Management
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