PhD Positions in Physics
As of 23 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 51 open PhD positions in Physics from 18 organizations in 5 countries.
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As of 23 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 51 open PhD positions in Physics from 18 organizations in 5 countries.
- Open listings
- 51
- Organizations
- 18
- Closing within 30 days
- 43
- State pay or funding
- 51
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Open PhD positions in Physics
51 current matching listings
Delft University of Technology
Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Ocean - Sea Ice Interactions
Master's degree in Earth sciences, oceanography, physics, applied mathematics, or engineering. Demonstrated research experience in climate, oceanography, the cryosphere,…
11 days leftPaidMechanical Engineering · Physics · Mathematics
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
PhD in Theoretical Physics: Quantum Sensing with Anharmonic Systems
The Department of Physics is located in the AlbaNova University Center and has approximately 230 employees, 250 students at undergraduate level and 80 graduate students.…
11 days leftPaidPhysics
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Chalmers University of Technology
Gothenburg, Sweden
PhD position
PhD in Fabrication and design of superconducting quantum processors
Reference number REF 2026-0483 We invite applications for two Doctoral positions in experimental quantum computing with superconducting circuits. You will work in the…
13 days leftPaidPhysics
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Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
PhD position
PhD in Quantum-Enhanced Algorithms for Discovering Sustainable Energy Materials
The project focuses on the development of next-generation quantum-enhanced algorithms for predicting the electronic excited-state properties of organic molecules. By…
14 days leftPaidComputer Science · Physics
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Oslo, Norway
PhD position
PhD in Quantum Computing: Optimisation on Noisy Gate-Based NISQ Platforms
PhD opportunity at OsloMet, Oslo, Norway. Quantum Computing: Optimisation on Noisy Gate-Based NISQ Platforms.
14 days leftPaidComputer Science · Physics
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Lund, Sweden
PhD position
PhD in Medical radiation physics
Lund University, unit for medical radiation physics Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has…
14 days leftPaidMedical Sciences · Physics
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Oslo, Norway
PhD position
PhD in Analogue Quantum Computing
PhD opportunity at OsloMet, Oslo, Norway. Analogue Quantum Computing.
14 days leftPaidComputer Science · Physics
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Quantum Physics - Rare-earth Ion single Photon Emitter
Masters or equivalent in (applied) physics or engineering Deep understanding of quantum physics Curious and self-motivated Hands on experience with quantum optics…
16 days leftPaidPhysics
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Diffractive Electron Imaging of Surfaces
An MSc degree, or equivalent, in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, computer science, or a closely related…
16 days leftPaidComputer Science · Electrical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Advanced Epitaxial Growth for InP-Based Photonic Integrated Circuits
Explore the limits of epitaxial growth for InP-based materials (InGaAsP and InAlGaAs) using a newest-generation Aixtron epi reactor Correlate epitaxial growth parameters…
18 days leftPaidChemistry · Physics
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Spatiotemporal Light Generation with Frequency-Gradient Metasurfaces
Develop design strategies for 2D and 3D frequency-gradient metasurfaces. Model and optimize their electromagnetic, spectral, and dispersive response. Explore ultrafast…
18 days leftPaidPhysics · Media and Communication
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Natural Building Skins for Heat Resilience
You hold an MSc in architecture, architectural engineering, civil engineering or a related field. You have a strong interest in human perception, building physics,…
19 days leftPaidCivil Engineering · Physics · Media and Communication
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Leiden, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Population-Scale Network Science (1.0 FTE, 4 years)
Conducting research in the area of network science; Writing an article-based PhD thesis; Engaging in collaborative research as a member of the PLANET-NL inter-university…
20 days leftPaidData Science · Computer Science · Physics
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Spatiotemporal Integrated Metamaterials
PhD opportunity at Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, Netherlands. Spatiotemporal Integrated Metamaterials.
22 days leftPaidElectrical Engineering · Physics · Media and Communication
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Dynamic Metasurfaces for Spacetime-Engineered Light
PhD opportunity at Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, Netherlands. Dynamic Metasurfaces for Spacetime-Engineered Light.
22 days leftPaidElectrical Engineering · Physics
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Entanglement Routing in Quantum Optical Fiber Networks
PhD opportunity at Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, Netherlands. Entanglement Routing in Quantum Optical Fiber Networks.
22 days leftPaidPhysics
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Department of Information Technology, Sweden
PhD position
PhD in Scalable Quantum Program Verification
Are you interested in working in formal verification and programming language techniques applied to quantum systems, with the support of competent and friendly colleagues…
23 days leftPaidPhysics
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Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
PhD position
PhD in Engineering of Quantum Light Sources and System Architecture for Photonic Quantum Computing
The Quantum Light Sources Group at DTU Electro is seeking candidates for PhD Scholarships in the field of design, simulation and optical characterization of highly…
23 days leftPaidComputer Science · Physics
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Uppsala, Sweden
PhD position
PhD in Laser spectroscopy
Uppsala University, Department of Physics and Astronomy Are you interested in working with femtosecond lasers and their application to liquid-phase chemical reactions,…
28 days leftPaidPhysics
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Gothenburg, Sweden
PhD position
PhD in Machine Learning for Quantum Error Correction
Reference number REF 2026-0448 Quantum computers promise capabilities far beyond today's computers, but only if we can reliably protect quantum information from errors.…
38 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Physics
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Umeå, Sweden
PhD position
PhD 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…
38 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Physics
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Umeå, Sweden
PhD position
PhD in Experimental Physics with focus on photonics and materials science (applied 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…
38 days leftPaidMaterials Science · Physics
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Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
PhD position
PhD in High-Speed Hyperspectral and Super-Resolution Terahertz Imaging
Are you interested in pushing terahertz (THz) imaging beyond today’s limits in speed, bandwidth, and spatial resolution? At DTU Electro, you will work at the interface of…
38 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Physics
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Leiden, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Machine Learning for Quantum Systems (1.0 FTE)
Conducting research on the mechanics of deep learning and applications of (interpretable, reliable, and scalable) ML in quantum sciences with scientific integrity and…
38 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Physics
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