The University of Twente, Netherlands opened Scholarships for Phd & Postdoc

Applications are now open for PhD, Postdoc, and Researcher positions at the University of Twente (Netherlands). The University of Twente is inviting applications for multiple fully funded PhD, Postdoc, and Researcher positions across various faculties including EEMCS, TNW, ET, BMS, and ITC. These are salaried academic positions (not tuition-based scholarships) that offer competitive monthly salaries, benefits, and the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research in a world-class Dutch university environment.

Positions are open in fields such as Computer Vision, AI, Engineering, Sustainability, Materials Science, and more. Most positions are open to international applicants, with deadlines ranging from late July to September 2026 (a few have later or continuous deadlines). There is no application fee. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: PhD, Postdoc, Researcher
• Host Country: Netherlands
• Host Institution: University of Twente
• Application Deadline: Varies by position
• Open for: All nationalities
• Funding Type: Fully funded
• Application Fee: None

What These Positions Offer:

• PhD: approximately €3,059 – €3,881
• Postdoc: approximately €3,546 – €5,538, depending on experience and role
• Full social security coverage, pension contributions, and health insurance support
• Generous vacation days and work-life balance policies
• Professional development opportunities, conference funding, and access to state-of-the-art research facilities
• International and collaborative research environment with strong industry links
• Opportunities for personal growth, teaching (in some roles), and high-impact publications
• Relocation support and assistance for international candidates

Also Check: PhD, Postdoc & Professor positions at the University of Freiburg, Germany.

Eligibility Criteria:

• For PhD positions: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field; strong academic record and research potential
• For Postdoc/Researcher positions: PhD degree (completed or near completion) in a relevant discipline
• Demonstrated research experience, publications (for Postdocs), and skills matching the specific project
• Excellent English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent usually required)
• Motivation and fit with the research group’s goals
• Specific requirements vary by position (e.g., programming skills, domain knowledge)

Also Check: The Kennan Institute Digital Fellowship 2026-2027

All Positions:

PhD Positions:

• PhD position “Synthetic Active Matter: Unravelling 3D Real-Space Dynamics”
  (TNW Faculty)
  Deadline: 20 Aug 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• PhD position on viscosity sensing of a liquid using ultrasound
  (EEMCS Faculty)
  Deadline: 16 Aug 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• 2 PhD Positions in Grease Lubrication for Rolling Bearings Research
  (ET Faculty)
  Deadline: 31 Jul 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• PhD position on Compositionality for Computer Vision
  (EEMCS Faculty)
  Deadline: 20 Jul 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• PhD position in IC Design group
  (EEMCS Faculty, continuous vacancy)
  Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
  APPLY HERE

Also Check: The Kennan Institute Digital Fellowship 2026-2027

Postdoc Positions:

• Postdoc position on Multimodal Conversational AI for Cultural Heritage
  (EEMCS Faculty)
  Deadline: 9 Aug 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Postdoc in Sustainable Circular Business Models and Finance in Hubs for Circularity
  (BMS Faculty)
  Deadline: 1 Aug 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Researcher in Semantic Interoperability and Explainable, Knowledge-driven AI for Smart Systems (SAREF4XAI)
  (EEMCS Faculty)
  Deadline: 6 Sep 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Postdoctoral Researcher “FLuorescence EXplorer”
  (ITC Faculty)
  Deadline: 10 Aug 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Researcher in Ontology-Driven Software Engineering for Architectural Ontology Reuse Recommendation System Development
  (EEMCS Faculty)
  Deadline: 16 Aug 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Postdoctoral researcher (17 months): Ethics and Epistemology of LLMs4EU: Design, Data and Deployment
  (BMS Faculty)
  Deadline: 25 Aug 2026
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Postdoc position on microfluidic mass production of therapeutic microgels
  (TNW Faculty)
  Deadline: 31 Aug 2026
  APPLY HERE

• Researcher in methods and statistics, specializing in programming and structural equation modelling
  (ET Faculty)
  Deadline: 31 Jul 2026
  APPLY HERE

Also Check: Deakin University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (DUPR) Australia

How to Apply

1. Visit the official University of Twente vacancies page
2. Click on the specific position title that interests you.
3. Review the full job description and requirements.
4. Prepare your application documents (CV, motivation letter, transcripts, references, etc.).
5. Submit your application online before the deadline via the “View position” / “Apply” button.

Also Check: Deakin University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (DUPR) Australia