Scholars Connect

If you missed the last Scholars Connect, you can catch up with the sessions here: 1. The art of storytelling: youtu.be/TRTs8aVw_WE 2. General Q and A: youtu.be/uS4ig5xbYmE 3. US Breakout room: youtu.be/NDwGvj2q7QY 4. Canada Breakout room: youtu.be/lwMsCYHo3hk

PhD position focusing on socio-economic impacts of blue hydrogen and CO₂ value chains Location: Molde University College, Norway Position summary: The position is a part of the research project “HydroCCS – Optimizing industrial-scale blue hydrogen production with liquid carbon capture enabling maritime logistics chains” in collaboration with SINTEF Energi AS, SINTEF Nordvest AS, Gassco AS, Aukra kommune, Tjeldbergodden Utvikling, and Møre & Romsdal Fylkeskommune, with financial support from the Research Council of Norway. The HydroCCS project will develop improved configurations and technology paths for blue hydrogen production based on a novel CO2 capture and liquefaction technology that delivers high-purity liquid CO2. In addition, it will investigate new national CO2 maritime logistical chains and the potential for industrial symbiosis within the Møre & Romsdal region enabled through the blue hydrogen production process. The PhD project will be done in close collaboration with the industrial and research partners. Application deadline: May 1, 2026 For more details and how to apply: jobbnorge.no/en/available-j…

PhD in Adaptive Connectivity Architectures for Cyber-Physical Systems Location: Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, Netherlands Position summary: Are you passionate about high-tech systems and in particular connectivity within and between complex system? Would you like to apply efficient AI techniques for adaptive configuration and optimization of industrial communication networks to enhance their reliability and real-time performance? Then apply for the PhD position on Adaptive Connectivity Architectures for Cyber-Physical Systems! The position will be hosted by the Networked Embedded Systems (NES-Lab) research Lab in the Electronic Systems (ES) group of the Electrical Engineering department. The ES group is a top research group and is world-renowned for its design automation and embedded systems research. Our ambition is to provide a scientific basis for design trajectories of electronic systems, ranging from digital circuits to cyber-physical systems. The trajectories are constructive and lead to high-quality, cost-effective systems with predictable properties (functionality, timing, reliability, power dissipation, and cost). Design trajectories for applications that have strict real-time requirements and stringent power constraints are an explicit focus point of the group. NES-Lab focuses on design, analysis, and optimization of reliable and low-power embedded networks as a main building block of the Internet-of-Things (IoT). Application deadline: May 14, 2026 For more details and how to apply: tue.nl/en/working-at-…

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International PhD Call for Fully Funded PhD Studentships (18 Doctoral Programmes): 30 PhD Projects Location: Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria Summary: Our university offers PhD research opportunities in the fields of Life Sciences, Medical Engineering and AI/Machine Learning, in the current PhD call. You can explore currently available positions here on this website. To ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process where all candidates have equal opportunities, we can only consider applications submitted through our online application tool for the listed projects. It is NOT necessairy to reach out in advance to any PI participating in the PhD call. If you have any questions about the projects or process, please reach out to phdrecruitment@meduniwien.ac.at. Application deadline: April 26, 2026 For more details and how to apply: oc10.meduniwien.ac.at/open-phd-posit…

PhD position in Computational Biology Location: University of Basel, Switzerland Project details: The Pediatric Disease Modeling Lab offers a PhD research opportunity in the context of systems biology and mathematical modelling. Our mission is to understand how early-life exposures to the microbiome shape lifelong health through their impact on the developing immune system. We develop mathematical models of microbiome–immune co-development to quantify how early-life perturbations shape infectious disease dynamics, vaccine responses, and non-communicable diseases, with the aim of translating our insights into actionable strategies for pediatric care. Application deadline: Until position is filled. For more details and how to apply: jobs.unibas.ch/offene-stellen…

PhD position in evolutionary genomics Location: Uppsala University, Department of Ecology and Genetics Project summary: Would you like to conduct research on the evolution of sex chromosomes and sex ratio, supported by skilled and friendly colleagues in an international environment? Are you looking for an employer committed to sustainable working conditions and offering secure and advantageous terms of employment? You are welcome to apply for a PhD position at the Department of Ecology and Genetics at Uppsala University! In this PhD project, you will explore some of the most fascinating questions in evolutionary biology: how sex chromosomes evolve, and what shapes sex ratios in natural populations. You will work with cutting‑edge methods in population genomics, bioinformatics, and evolutionary modeling, alongside some hands‑on experimental work in growth chambers (including controlled crosses) and in the molecular laboratory. Application deadline: April 30, 2026 For more details and how to apply: uu.varbi.com/en/what:job/jo…

PhD scholarship within Environmental Radioactivity /Chemistry/Ecotoxicology Location: Norwegian University of Life Sciences, Norway Project summary: The Faculty of Environmental Sciences and Natural Resource Management (MINA) at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) has a vacant 3-year position as PhD research fellow in Environmental Radioactivity/ Radiochemistry/Ecotoxicology. Knowledge of radionuclide behavior in the environment is fundamental for minimizing its potential impact on humans and the environment. This project aims to identify and characterize radionuclide transfer and bioaccumulation in aquatic organisms in combination with chemical stressors and under ecologically relevant exposure scenarios. Application deadline: April 20, 2026 For more details and how to apply: jobbnorge.no/en/available-j…

PhD Position in Algebraic Geometry Location: Utrecht University, Utrecht, Netherlands Project summary: At the Mathematical Institute of Utrecht University, we are looking for a PhD candidate to join our project “Real and logarithmic counting invariants — new connections” on the real and logarithmic enumerative geometry of vector bundles, and related subjects. Application deadline: April 22, 2026 For more details and how to apply: uu.nl/en/organisatio…

PhD Position Line Scanning Structured Illumination Microscopy Location: Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands Project summary: The PhD position is part of research of prof. Bernd Rieger and prof. Sjoerd Stallinga, in which we target (super-resolution) microscopy image processing and analysis method development. The position builds on the lab's track-record in the field of computational imaging techniques for super-resolution microscopy and image analysis for biological imaging in general. This project is in collaboration with prof. Carlas Smith on Structured Illumination Microscopy. We want to investigate ways to develop microscope technology and methodology that increases the spatial-temporal bandwidth, enabling faster, higher resolution 3D multi-label imaging in tissue. To realize this we will start of by integrating Structured Illumination Microscopy with confocal line scanning, adaptive optics and time-gated single photon avalanche detectors (SPAD) line arrays. Application deadline: April 7, 2026 For more details and how to apply: careers.tudelft.nl/job/Delft-PhD-…

PhD: Environmental Risks & Societal Benefits of Upscaling Offshore Wind Farms Location: Wageningen University and Research, Wageningen, Netherlands Summary: This research is part of the multidisciplinary NO-REGRETS Project, funded by the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO). In total, 14 Dutch organizations collaborate within NO-REGRETS including 6 research institutes and 8 universities. The project also includes industry, government, and NGO Cooperation Partners. This is one of 12 PhD positions funded in the program and is a collaboration between Wageningen Marine Research (WMR), the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ), and Statistics Netherlands (CBS). Application deadline: May 15, 2026 For more details and how to apply: wur.nl/en/vacancy/phd…

3 Fully-Funded PhD Positions in Smart and Multifunctional Metastructures Location: Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, United States Details: The SAMM Lab is opening 3 fully funded PhD positions for Fall 2026 to work on cutting-edge research in Smart and Multifunctional Metastructures. Applications are welcomed from highly motivated candidates with expertise in two or more of the following areas: ✅ Optimization Techniques (e.g., topology optimization, genetic algorithms) ✅ 3D Printing of Composite Structures ✅ Metamaterials Design (e.g., auxetic, kirigami, origami, phononic structures) ✅ Multiphysics Finite Element Simulation ✅ AI-Driven Modeling and Machine Learning Programming ✅ Battery Fabrication (lithium-ion, solid-state) To apply: Please email your CV (including GPA/GRE scores) to dbsammrs@erau.edu Interviews begin on March 30 and will continue until all positions are filled.

PhD Position in Human Neuroscience: Neurons and Circuits of Human Cognition Location: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Netherlands Details: Are you fascinated by what makes the human brain unique? Do you want to work with live human brain tissue to uncover the mechanisms of human cognition? Our team Neurons of Human Cognition is hiring! You will be part of our diverse and dynamic team Neurons of Human Cognition at the department of Integrative Neurophysiology at the Center for Neurogenetics and Cognitive Research at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (cncr.nl/research-team/…) . You will gain rare expertise in live human brain tissue research, using samples obtained from neurosurgery and will apply cutting edge molecular and electrophysiological techniques. Application deadline: June 1, 2026 For more details and how to apply: workingat.vu.nl/vacancies/phd-…

A fully funded PhD position in the field of “All-Gel Energy Storage Devices” Location: Chonnam National University, Gwangju, South Korea Details: We are looking for a prospective Ph.D. student who has interests in development of “all-gel energy storage devices” using soft gel materials. A student who has logical English writing ability and combined experiences (knowledge) in ~Gel electrolyte/Gel electrode ~Polymer Science ~Electrical Engineering ~Mechanical Engineering is welcomed. Application deadline: May 1, 2026 How to apply: findaphd.com/phds/project/a…

2 PhD Candidates in Mathematical Sciences Location: Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Norway Details: We have two vacancies for PhD fellowships at the Department of Mathematical Sciences. Through a PhD fellowship, you will pursue a doctoral education leading to a PhD degree. The Department of Mathematical Sciences at NTNU is Norway’s largest university environment within mathematical sciences with 75 permanent staff members and more than 55 doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows. The Department conducts research at an international high level within the disciplines of algebra, analysis, didactics of mathematics, differential equations, geometry/topology, numerical analysis, optimization, and statistics. Part of the research is also carried out in close cooperation with other fields of science and technology at NTNU, as well as in cooperation with industry and external research institutions. Application deadline: April 8, 2026 For more details and how to apply: jobbnorge.no/en/available-j…

PhD position in English linguistics Location: University of Basel, Switzerland. Details: As of August 1, 2026, the Department of Languages and Literatures of the University of Basel (English division, Prof. Miriam Locher) is seeking to fill a 60% PhD position in English linguistics. The position is intended for further academic qualification and is limited in duration (1+3 years). Deadline: April 10, 2026 To apply: jobs.unibas.ch/offene-stellen…

PhD scholarship within plant science Location: Norwegian University of Life Sciences, Norway Details: The Department of Plant Sciences, Faculty of Biosciences at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) has a vacant three-year PhD–position related to crop physiology and breeding. The main goal for the PhD project is to help elucidate the environmental and genetic control of maturation in faba bean under Norwegian growing conditions. We aim at 1) characterising the effects of environmental factors such as temperature, photoperiod and water availability on maturation-related traits, 2) characterising the genetic variation, heritability, genotype-environment interactions and correlation among these traits, and 3) identifying genetic markers and developing genomic prediction models for maturation-related traits. The successful PhD candidate will be heavily involved in this work, which is associated with the projects ProMax, FutureProteinCrops and Fabanova, all partly aimed at developing faba bean for the Nordic climate. Application deadline: March 29, 2026 For more details and how to apply: jobbnorge.no/en/available-j…

Open DC Positions / PhD positions Location: This depends on the particular project. Details: We are looking for talented and highly motivated early career researchers with an Honours BSc and/or MSc degree and experience in computer science, control systems or communication engineering, or related fields. Successful applicants will be offered a 36-month employee contract at one of the Beneficiaries (host organisation) where they will be registered as PhD students (Doctoral Candidates (DC)). DCs will receive a salary set out by the Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) regulations and national salary agreements. The salary includes living and mobility allowances and, if appropriate, a family allowance. Deadline: April 1, 2026 For a list of projects and how to apply: spring-project.eu/doctoral-proje…