PhD Positions in Physics
As of 8 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 57 open PhD positions in Physics from 19 organizations in 4 countries.
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Key facts
As of 8 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 57 open PhD positions in Physics from 19 organizations in 4 countries.
- Open listings
- 57
- Organizations
- 19
- Closing within 30 days
- 43
- State pay or funding
- 57
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 Physics
57 current matching listings
University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD position in molecular imaging of microbial infections
With the recent introduction of the Vanco-800CW optical tracer and the Vanco-PQ-[18F]VE PET tracer, and their ongoing (pre)clinical translation, Groningen is taking the…
Due todayPaidMedical Sciences · Cancer Research · Life Sciences
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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…
1 day leftPaidPhysics · Materials Science · Education
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in Nuclear Power Safety
School of Engineering Sciences at KTH Project description Third-cycle subject: Physics, specialization in Nuclear Engineering The group of Nuclear Power Safety in…
1 day leftPaidMechanical Engineering · Physics · Business and Management
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Lund, Sweden
PhD position
PhD position in Systemic Radiotherpy
Faculty of Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, Lund Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University…
1 day leftPaidMedical Sciences · Cancer Research · Life Sciences
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in theoretical chemistry
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health Light drives a wide range of physical and chemical processes…
2 days leftPaidChemistry · Life Sciences · Physics
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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…
2 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…
2 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Chemistry · Physics
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Oulu, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher, Space Physics, Faculty of Science
Faculty of Science, Space Physics and Astronomy The University of Oulu is a multidisciplinary, international research university, with about 4000 employees who produce…
3 days leftPaidPhysics · Education · Environmental Sciences
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in condensed matter theory
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Engineering Sciences Project description Third-cycle subject: physics The project will focus on theoretical condensed matter…
6 days leftPaidPhysics · Education
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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
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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 Theoretical philosophy
The Department of Philosophy at Stockholm University is the largest in Sweden, with vibrant research groups in a wide range of philosophical disciplines. The department…
7 days leftPaidHumanities · Physics · Education
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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…
7 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Mechanical Engineering · Chemistry
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
PhD student in Theoretical Philosophy
The Department of Philosophy at Stockholm University is the largest in Sweden, with vibrant research groups in a wide range of philosophical disciplines. The department…
7 days leftPaidHumanities · Physics
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Quantum Torsional Resonators
An MSc degree in physics An MSc degree in electrical or mechanical engineering could also be suitable if strongly motivated by experience with quantum mechanics or…
7 days leftPaidPhysics · Mechanical Engineering
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in Cell and Molecular Biology Research
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Engineering Sciences Project description Third-cycle subject: Biological Physics The AICell Lab (https://aicell.io) in the…
7 days leftPaidLife Sciences · Robotics and Automation · Physics
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Multiscale Modeling of Smart Self-Sealing Materials
Use coarse-grained and atomistic simulations to understand the interactions between peptides and surfaces, including MOFs, and unravel the physical mechanisms of their…
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Chemistry · Physics
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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
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
2 PhD positions in Ultrafast optical control of topological magnetic textures
8 days leftPaidPhysics
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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
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Trondheim, Norway
PhD position
PhD Candidate in AI-assisted medical imaging with MRI
10 days leftPaidMedical Sciences · Physics
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
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…
10 days leftPaidPhysics
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Tampere, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher (Photoacoustic Aerosol and Black Carbon Measurements)
Tampere University and Tampere University of Applied Sciences create a unique environment for multidisciplinary, inspirational and high-impact research and education. Our…
10 days leftPaidCivil Engineering · Physics · Statistics
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Frequently asked questions
How many PhD positions in Physics are currently open?
As of 8 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 57 open PhD positions in Physics from 19 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 Physics?
The countries with the most open listings are Netherlands (32), Sweden (19) and Finland (5).
Which fields are most common among PhD positions in Physics?
The most frequent fields among current listings are Physics (57), Electrical Engineering (18) and Computer Science (17).
Which organizations have the most open PhD positions in Physics?
The organizations with the most open listings are Delft University of Technology (12), Eindhoven University of Technology (10) and KTH Royal Institute of Technology (7).
Are these PhD positions funded?
57 of 57 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. 43 of the current listings have a stated deadline within the next 30 days. Check the original posting before applying.