PhD, Postdoc & Professor Positions at University of Twente Netherlands 2026

Applications are now open for multiple funded academic positions at the University of Twente in the Netherlands. These include PhD, Postdoc, and Assistant Professor roles across various scientific and engineering fields. Most positions offer competitive salaries, benefits, and excellent research opportunities. They are open to international applicants from all nationalities. There is no application fee. Deadlines vary from mid June 2026 to end of July 2026 and beyond. Apply soon as some deadlines are approaching. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: PhD, Postdoctoral, and Assistant Professor positions.
• Host Country: Netherlands.
• Host University: University of Twente.
• Application Deadline: Deadlines range from 19 June 2026 to 31 December 2026.
• Open for: all nationalities.
• Application Fee: None.

What This Opportunity Offers:

• Successful candidates receive a competitive monthly salary according to Dutch university scales.
• PhD positions typically start around €3,000 to €3,800 gross per month.
• Postdoc and Assistant Professor salaries are higher, often between €4,200 and €6,400 depending on experience.
• You receive a good benefits package that includes holiday allowance, end of year bonus, pension scheme, health insurance support, and professional development opportunities.
• Positions provide access to world class research facilities, international collaboration, and a supportive academic environment in the Netherlands.

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Specific requirements vary by position. Some roles need experience in certain technical areas or programming skills.
• Applicants must hold relevant academic qualifications. PhD positions usually require a Master degree while Postdoc and Assistant Professor positions require a PhD.
• Strong academic background and research experience in the related field are important.
• Good English language skills are required as all work is conducted in English.
• Both early career researchers and those with some experience are welcome depending on the level.

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Available Positions:

• Assistant Professor for the Psychology of Conflict, Risk, and Safety Section
  (BMS faculty, Psychology)
  Deadline: 1 Jul 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• Post-doc research position on the interaction mechanisms of plasma with thin films
  (TNW faculty)
  Deadline: 13 Jul 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• Researcher in methods and statistics, specializing in programming and structural equation modelling
  (ET faculty; note: Researcher level)
  Deadline: 31 Jul 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position in the Department of Molecules and Materials on the Development of In-situ Optical Sensing for Polymer-based Optoelectronics
  (TNW faculty, Molecules and Materials)
  Deadline: 5 Jul 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• PostDoc position on developing a High flux hydrogen source for lifetime testing
  (TNW faculty) Deadline: 10 Jul 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position in multi-material additive manufacturing for advanced chip cooling
  Deadline: 5 Jul 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• Postdoctoral Fellow Opening: Reinforcement Learning for the Control of Human-Inspired Musculoskeletal Robots
  (ET faculty, NeuBotics Lab)
  Deadline: 5 Jul 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position on: “Advanced polymeric membranes and dialyzers for developing a miniaturized biohybrid kidney system”
  (TNW faculty)
  Deadline: 30 Jun 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position for NWO project ECHoFAIR: empowering collaborative human-AI teaming for failure analysis and intelligent risk assessment
  (ET faculty)
  Deadline: 30 Jun 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• PostDoc position on Wafer Bonding Physics for 3D Chip Integration
  (TNW faculty)
  Deadline: 21 Jun 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• Postdoc position on Development of Hemodialysis membranes based on novel polymers
  (TNW faculty)
  Deadline: 19 Jun 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• Postdoctoral Research Positions in Photonics & Microwave Photonics
  (TNW faculty)
  Deadline: 30 Jun 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• Two PhD candidates for “Rouw zit in de familie”
  (BMS faculty)
  Deadline: 24 Jun 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position in IC Design group (EEMCS faculty, continuous vacancy)
  Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
  APPLY HERE

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How to Apply:

1. Visit the official University of Twente careers website.
2. Choose the position you are interested in.
3. Click on the APPLY HERE link for that specific vacancy.
4. Prepare your documents & Submit your application before the deadline.

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