PhD Positions in Physics
As of 30 September 2026, Graduates Corner lists 73 open PhD positions in Physics from 23 organizations in 4 countries.
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Key facts
- Open listings
- 73
- Organizations
- 23
- Closing within 30 days
- 53
- State pay or funding
- 73
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
73 current matching listings
Lulea University of Technology
PhD Student in Applied Geophysics focusing on natural hydrogen exploration in Norrbotten County
Lulea, Sweden
Reference number 4684-2026 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 a strong,…
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
PhD position in AMO Physics - QuEST for APV
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Eindhoven University of Technology
PhD in photonic integration and qubit hardware development for quantum computing
Eindhoven, Netherlands
Testing and integration of advanced photonic chips in a strontium-based neutral-atom quantum processor Development of integrated-photonics solutions for scalable control and…
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
PhD: Learning interactions in collective cell migration
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Linkoping University
PhD student in Materials Physics
Linkoping, Sweden
Reference number IFM-2026-00318 We have the power of over 50,000 students and co-workers. Students who provide hope for the future. Co-workers who contribute to Linköping…
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University of Amsterdam
PhD on Continuous Optical Clock
Amsterdam, Netherlands
a recent master in experimental ultracold atom or trapped ion physics; great team working skills; initiative and good time management skills; good communication skills in oral and…
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Eindhoven University of Technology
11 PhD positions in the excellence & sustainability programme of the section Mechanics of Materials of TU/e
Eindhoven, Netherlands
Green Steels: The Dutch steel sector faces a major transition. The production, processing, use and recovery of steel is to be made significantly more sustainable by 2030 and…
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University of Jyvaskyla
Doctoral Researcher in High-precision mass spectrometry
Jyvaskyla, Finland
The Department of Physics is seeking to recruit a Doctoral Researcher in high-precision mass spectrometry starting in January 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter, for a period…
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Uppsala University
PhD student in core optimisation using machine learning
Department of Physics and Astronomy, Sweden
Are you interested in working with machine learning, optimisation and reactor physics, with the support of competent and friendly colleagues in an international environment? Would…
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Delft University of Technology
PhD Position Multiscale Modelling of Sorption-Enhanced CO2 Hydrogenation Reactors
Delft, Netherlands
An MSc degree in Mechanical engineering, Chemical engineering, Applied physics, or related field is required. Knowledge and proven experience with reactor modeling and multiphase…
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University of Jyvaskyla
Doctoral Researcher in Optical and Chemical Characterization of Slow Liquid Scintillators for Neutrinoless Double Beta Decay and Rare-Event Searches
Jyvaskyla, Finland
The Department of Physics is seeking to recruit a Doctoral Researcher in Optical and Chemical Characterisation of Slow Liquid Scintillators for Neutrinoless Double Beta Decay and…
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Lulea University of Technology
PhD Student in Building Materials
Lulea, Sweden
Reference number 4229-2026 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 a strong,…
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Uppsala University
PhD student in nuclear fuel performance modelling using machine learning
Department of Physics and Astronomy, Sweden
Are you interested in working with nuclear fuel modelling, machine learning and statistical methods as part of a close collaboration between Uppsala University, Westinghouse, and…
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Chalmers University of Technology
Doctoral student in physics-guided foundation model for time-series data
Gothenburg, Sweden
Reference number REF 2026-0434 Join us to develop physics-guided, data-driven foundation models for multivariate time-series in safety-critical systems, with a primary focus on…
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University of Eastern Finland
Doctoral Researcher (PhD Student), Natural Sciences and Engineering
Joensuu, Finland
The Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology, Department of Physics and Mathematics The University of Eastern Finland is inviting applications for a Doctoral Researcher (PhD…
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KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Doctoral student in Neuronics
Stockholm, Sweden
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health Project description Third-cycle subject: Technology and health AI-Driven…
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Eindhoven University of Technology
PhD in Design of Next-Generation Quantum Error Correction Codes and Decoders
Eindhoven, Netherlands
The candidate cannot already be in possession of a doctoral degree at the date of recruitment. Mobility rule: the candidate must not have resided or carried out their main activity…
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Delft University of Technology
Doctoral Candidate (PhD) Position in Quantum Networks
Delft, Netherlands
University of Naples Federico II (UNINA), Italy. EURECOM, France. Motivation letter. Detailed CV. Grade transcript from MSc and BSc studies. A (draft) MSc thesis, article, research…
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Eindhoven University of Technology
PhD in Fast Controlled Photonic Integrated Switches for High Performance Artificial Intelligence Compute Clusters
Eindhoven, Netherlands
Investigate disruptive new network architectures for AI compute clusters utilising optical switching and numerically assess the performance via software simulation tools. Define…
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Delft University of Technology
PhD Position Design and Fabrication of Modular Actuator-Sensor Units for Over-Actuation
Delft, Netherlands
Strong interest and curiosity in: MSc (or equivalent) degree in an *engineering* or *natural sciences* discipline: Experience in *one* (or more) of the following fields: Beneficial…
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Linkoping University
PhD student in in theoretical ecology
Linkoping, Sweden
Reference number IFM-2026-00367 We have the power of over 50,000 students and co-workers. Students who provide hope for the future. Co-workers who contribute to Linköping…
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Linkoping University
PhD student in theoretical ecology
Linkoping, Sweden
Reference number IFM-2026-00366 We have the power of over 50,000 students and co-workers. Students who provide hope for the future. Co-workers who contribute to Linköping…
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KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Doctoral student in Astrophysics
Stockholm, Sweden
School of Engineering Sciences at KTH Project description Third-cycle subject: Physics The PhD student will conduct research in the field of X-ray astronomy, with an emphasis on…
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University of Gothenburg
Doctoral student in in physical oceanography
Gothenburg, Sweden
Reference number PAR 2026/691 The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 58 000 students and 6800 employees make the university a large and…
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Frequently asked questions
How many PhD positions in Physics are currently open?
As of 30 September 2026, Graduates Corner lists 73 open PhD positions in Physics from 23 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 (38), Sweden (26) and Finland (8).
Which fields are most common among PhD positions in Physics?
The most frequent fields among current listings are Physics (73), Electrical Engineering (22) and Education (19).
Which organizations have the most open PhD positions in Physics?
The organizations with the most open listings are Delft University of Technology (13), Eindhoven University of Technology (13) and KTH Royal Institute of Technology (6).
Are these PhD positions funded?
73 of 73 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. 53 of the current listings have a stated deadline within the next 30 days. Check the original posting before applying.