A PhD position in Materials Science, Chemistry at Leiden University, based in Leiden, Netherlands. Applications close on 20 Nov 2026. The listing states that the position is paid.
At a glance
- Opportunity
- PhD position
- Location
- Leiden, Netherlands
- Funding / pay
- Paid
- Application source
- AcademicTransfer
Project summary
- Hands-on experimental experience, with co-authorship of one or more scientific publications considered an advantage.
- A strong interest in fundamental science and a genuine curiosity about understanding the principles underlying new materials and technologies.
- High motivation for research, combined with a solid theoretical understanding of relevant scientific principles.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to plan your work, work independently, and communicate your progress clearly.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively as part of a diverse, interdisciplinary team.
- An employment contract for 12 months initially, to be extended for 3 more years upon satisfactory performance. This contract falls under the CLA of Dutch Universities;
- A holiday allowance (8%), an end-of-year bonus (8,3%), and an attractive pension scheme at ABP;
- Full reimbursement of public transport commuting costs for home-to-work travel;
- Flexible working hours: as a standard, you are entitled to a minimum of 29 leave days on the basis of a full-time working week of 38 hours; you can also save for extra leave, for example by working 40 hours a week, and in this way accrue an extra 96 leave hours, or exchange 96 leave hours for a 36-hour week.
- If your work allows it, hybrid working is possible within the Netherlands;
- A home-working allowance (day and internet allowance) and attention for good workplaces.
What's offered
- A salary between € 3.204,- and € 4.051,- gross per month, based on a full-time appointment (38 hours - PhD student);
- Lots of options when it comes to secondary employment conditions; we can, for example, discuss options for paid parental leave. Within our terms of employment individual choices model, you can exchange leave days and/or salary for benefits such as an advantageous sports subscription and bicycle scheme;
Before you apply
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How to apply
Apply via AcademicTransfer before 20 Nov 2026. Confirm the current requirements there.
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