Zernike Institute NWO Doctoral Research Fellowship

Four-year fully salaried doctoral research position funded by the Dutch Research Council (NWO) investigating quantum materials and topological insulators.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Conferred master's degree in Physics, Materials Science, or Nanotechnology with high honors
English language proficiency: English C1 fluency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Master's thesis summary and 8-page PhD research plan on 2D van der Waals heterostructures
Recommendation letters: Three academic referee letters of international standing

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Full 4-year Dutch academic employment salary (€2,770 to €3,539/month gross under Dutch University CLA) plus comprehensive pension and holiday allowances
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: September 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Groningen (Zernike Campus) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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