OpenFieldLorentz Institute for Theoretical Physics Research Placements
Frontier theoretical physics institute in Leiden (founded in 1921), developing foundational theories of topological superconductors, Majorana fermions, quantum computation, and quantum transport.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Graduate student in Theoretical Physics, Quantum Information, or Mathematics with distinction.
- English language proficiency
- Technical English fluency.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated skills in topological quantum matter, quantum error correction, or mesoscopic physics.
- Recommendation letters
- CV, publication list, and academic reference.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Funded research projects supported by the Dutch Research Council (NWO) and European Horizon programs
- Application fee
- Free application directly to affiliated Lorentz Institute researchers
- Tuition / joining costs
- Zero tuition; funded research placement.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 31, 2027 for multidisciplinary laboratory positions
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Universiteit Leiden documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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