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Funding not stated 1 Dec 2026

Adjunct Professor of Data Science - PhD Chair

Eastern University

  • Chesterbrook, United States

Position Description The Dissertation Chair in the PhD in Applied Data Science program guides doctoral candidates through applied empirical research, leading committee oversight and ensuring methodological rigor from initial proposal through final defense. This is a part-time, adjunct faculty position in SMCS. This position is fully remote. Position Responsibilities • Faith-Grounded Mentorship & Care: Integrate Christian faith and servant leadership into dissertation supervision by modeling grace, patience, and intentional care, fostering a growth-minded, supportive learning environment tailor

Fully funded 1 Dec 2026

PhD Studentship: Building Heterogenous Quantum-Dot–Atom Repeaters: Photon Generation, Storage and Conversion for Quantum Networks

The University of Manchester · Physics and Astronomy

  • Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Physics and Astronomy

Application deadline: 01/12/2026 Research theme: Quantum communication, condensed matter, quantum optics How to apply: https://uom.link/pgr-apply-2425 This 3.5 year PhD project is fully funded; students who are eligible to pay tuition fees at the Home rate are eligible to apply. The successful candidate will receive and annual tax-free stipend set at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27) and tuition fees will be paid. We expect the stipend to increase each year. The start date is January 2027. We recommend that you apply early as the advert may be removed before the deadline. Long-distance quant

Funding not stated 1 Dec 2026

PhD Fellowship

University of Copenhagen · Niels Bohr Institute

  • Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Fundamental Theory/Cosmology

The Center of Gravity at the Niels Bohr Institute invites expressions of interest for PhD Fellowships in Gravitational Physics for a fixed period of three years. The preferred starting date is April-September 2027. Interested individuals are encouraged to upload all material before December 1, 2026, by submitting a 2-page CV, transcripts, and a one-page letter of motivation. In addition, we are requesting (at least) two letters of recommendation. The search will remain open until completed. We seek international outstanding individuals eager to join Center of Gravity, a center bringing togethe

Fully funded 1 Dec 2026

PhD Positions in Statistical Physics and Active Matter

Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization · Department of Living Matter Physics

  • Göttingen, Germany
  • Department of Living Matter Physics
  • Prof. Dr. Ramin Golestanian

The LMP department engages in a wide range of theoretical research aimed at understanding the dynamics of living systems from a physical perspective. The department is headed by Ramin Golestanian and hosts several group leaders, postdoctoral researchers, students, and visitors. The research The PhD students (m/f/d) will engage in theoretical and/or computational research in Nonequilibrium Statistical Physics and Active Matter, under the supervision of Ramin Golestanian. For more information concerning our current areas of research activity, visit our website ( https://www.ds.mpg.de/lmp) . Your

Funding not stated 1 Dec 2026

University of Maryland Theoretical Quantum Optics Fellowship

University of Maryland · Joint Quantum Institute/Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science

  • College Park, United States
  • Physics

The University of Maryland is seeking exceptional candidates for the Theoretical Quantum Optics Fellowship. The term "quantum optics" is meant in the broadest sense, and includes atomic, molecular, and optical physics, as well as aspects of quantum information theory, condensed matter physics, and quantum thermodynamics. The University of Maryland Theoretical Quantum Optics Fellows will be encouraged to collaborate broadly across the Joint Quantum Institute (https://jqi.umd.edu/), the Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (https://quics.umd.edu), and the Condensed Matter Th

Fully funded 1 Dec 2026

Fully Financed PhD positions in Germany

MAX PLANCK Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences

  • Germany
  • Computer science

The Max Planck School of Cognition invites highly motivated and talented candidates from around the world to apply for our fully funded PhD program. The application phase for the program start in fall 2026 is now open until December 1. Become part of a visionary graduate program to kick-start your career: World class training for early-career scientists 🔬 Work with world-renowned scientists: Join a unique network of top-tier universities and research institutes across Germany, collaborating with leading experts in Cognition ⚙️ Access cutting-edge resources: Benefit from early access to state-o

Funding not stated 2 Dec 2026

PhD Position on Nanozyme-based coating for antimicrobial implants

Empa

  • Zurich, Switzerland
  • Technology

Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100 employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain. The Nanomaterials in Health Lab is a truly interdisciplinary environment that conducts pioneered investigations on particle bio-functionalization, particles uptake, accumulation, translocation across biological barriers and their bio-responses. With this we provide key contributions to novel personalized strategies of particles de-sign for drug delive

Fully funded 2 Dec 2026

PhD Studentship: Research Studentship in Control and Engineering Biology

University of Oxford

  • Oxford, United Kingdom
  • Prof Harrison Steel

3.5-year D.Phil. studentship Project: Synthetic Biology for fundamental science and application scale-up. Supervisors: Prof Harrison Steel and Prof Antonis Papachristodoulou This project will focus on solving challenges at the interface of Synthetic Biology, Control Engineering, AI, and Robotics, and their application to global challenges across biotechnology. The approaches taken will depend on the candidate’s skills and interests, but may include genetically engineering microbes to change form and function, developing theory and AI methods that advance our ability to design reliable, enginee

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Wide-Bandgap Electronics for Energy Conversion

Czech Technical University in Prague · Department of Microelectronics

  • Prague, Czech
  • Physics
  • Prof. Jan Vobecký

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Wide-Bandgap Electronics for Energy Conversion Description: Semiconductor devices are at the heart of e

Fully funded 3 Dec 2026

UCHV Fellows in Law and Normative Thinking

Princeton University · University Center for Human Values

  • Princeton, United States
  • University Center for Human Values

The University Center for Human Values invites practitioners, faculty members of any discipline and independent scholars to apply for visiting residential fellowships for 2026-27. Scholars are expected to reside in or around Princeton or demonstrate to the program's satisfaction the ability to be on campus daily. The fellowship is a full-time commitment that typically extends from September 1 to June 1. Fellows will devote the full academic year to research, discussion, and scholarly collaboration on topics related to law and normative inquiry. Under exceptional circumstances, fellowships for

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Superintegrability in classical and quantum mechanics

Czech Technical University in Prague · Department of Physics

  • Prague, Czech
  • Physics
  • Dr. Ian Marquette

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Superintegrability in classical and quantum mechanics Description: Analytical investigation of dynamica

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Study of novel scintillator materials for high-energy physics and applications

Czech Technical University in Prague · Department of Physics

  • Prague, Czech
  • Technology

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Study of novel scintillator materials for high-energy physics and applications Desription: Plastic scin

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Quantum metrology of electrical quantities

Czech Technical University in Prague · Dept. of Measurement

  • Prague, Czech
  • Technology
  • Ing. Jan Kučera

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Quantum metrology of electrical quantities Description: Quantum metrology of electrical quantities is c

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

PhD Opportunity in Materials and Semiconductor Engineering

Université de Sherbrooke · Interdisciplinary Institute for Technological Innovation (3IT)

  • Sherbrooke, Canada
  • Engineering

As part of the Umicore Research Chair in Semiconductor Nano-Membranes and Flexible Optoelectronics, and in collaboration with Teledyne Dalsa at the Université de Sherbrooke , this research aims to generate new knowledge in materials science and semiconductor engineering. The goal is to explore the PEELER process and develop defect-free heteroepitaxial wafers. The anticipated results could revolutionize the SWIR device industry, with potential applications in various innovative fields such as telecommunications, healthcare, and environmental monitoring.

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Novel methods of demolition waste recognition and classification

Czech Technical University in Prague · Dept. of Radioelectronics

  • Prague, Czech
  • Technology

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Description: Novel Methods of Demolition Waste Recognition and Classification is a project focused on t

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Multiscale, Stochastic and Data-Driven Modeling of Materials and Processes

Czech Technical University in Prague · Department of Mechanics

  • Prague, Czech
  • Computer science

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Multiscale, Stochastic and Data-Driven Modeling of Materials and Processes Description: Predictive simu

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Multilevel Modeling of Outcome Predictors Following Subthalamic Deep Brain Stimulation in Parkinson’s Disease

Czech Technical University in Prague · Department of Cybernetics

  • Prague, Czech
  • Computer science
  • Dr. Karsten Mueller

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Multilevel Modeling of Outcome Predictors Following Subthalamic Deep Brain Stimulation in Parkinson’s D

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Magnetic sensors and actuators

Czech Technical University in Prague · Department of Measurement

  • Prague, Czech
  • Technology
  • Dr. Renata Styblikova

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit a total of 23 PhD students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the topics offered . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: petra.koudelova@fsv.cvut.cz Magnetic sensors and actuators Description: Example of project is the development of novel position sensor or ac

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Liquid Phase Chemistry of Homologues of Superheavy Elements

Czech Technical University in Prague · Dept. of Nuclear Chemistry

  • Prague, Czech
  • Chemistry

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Liquid Phase Chemistry of Homologues of Superheavy Elements Description: A new joint CTU – University o

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