University of Groningen PhD and Postdoc Positions in the Netherlands (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for multiple fully funded PhD and Postdoc positions at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands. These positions cover diverse fields in science, engineering, social sciences, AI, energy, and more. They offer competitive monthly salaries, benefits, and the chance to work on cutting-edge research projects. Most positions are open to international applicants. There is no application fee. Deadlines range from mid-May to late June 2026, so interested candidates should apply soon. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: PhD and Postdoc positions.
• Host Country: Netherlands.
• Host Institution: University of Groningen.
• Application Deadline: Varies by position (15 May 2026 to 30 June 2026)
• Open for: All nationalities
• Funding Type: Fully funded through employment contracts
• Application Fee: None.

What This Opportunity Offers:

• You receive a competitive monthly gross salary that increases with experience and year of the contract.
• You gain full employee benefits including pension, health insurance support, and paid vacation days.
• You work on exciting research projects with access to modern labs and international collaborations.
• You develop valuable skills through training, conferences, and networking that boost your academic or industry career.

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Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must meet the specific requirements of each position. In general:

• For PhD positions you need a relevant Masters degree with strong academic record.
• For Postdoc positions you need a completed PhD in a related field.
• You should show research interest and motivation matching the project.
• Good English language skills are required for most roles.
• Some positions may need specific technical skills or experience.
• Dutch language skills are needed only for a few roles.

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PhD Positions:

• PhD position Multi-scale modelling of precipitate strengthening
  Faculty of Science and Engineering.
  Deadline: 30 June 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position in Bioelectronics for Precision Therapies
  Faculty of Science and Engineering.
  Deadline: 4 June 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position in biotechnological production of circular plastics
  Faculty of Science and Engineering.
  Deadline: 17 May 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• PhD-student Netwerk-geïnformeerde behandeling bij complexe psychopathologie (Dutch vacancy)
  Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences.
  Deadline: 6 June 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position Behavioural Neuroscience
  Faculty of Science and Engineering.
  Deadline: 23 May 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position Toward Trustworthy and Adaptive Agentic AI Systems
  Faculty of Science and Engineering.
  Deadline: 15 May 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position AI Governance & Regulation – Work Package 6 in the DECIDE Project Campus Fryslan.
  Deadline: 29 May 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position Fair Climate Policy (collaborative with SCP) Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences.
  Deadline: 10 May 2026 (very close; check immediately). APPLY HERE

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Postdoc / Research Associate Positions:

• Postdoc Noord-Nederland verdient Circulair (Dutch vacancy)
  Faculty of Spatial Sciences. Deadline: 21 May 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• Research Associate or Postdoc (Researcher) – Human-AI symbiosis in manufacturing work environments (SkillAIbility project) Cut-off for first round: 11 May 2026 (position remains open until filled).
  Deadline listed as 30 May 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• Postdoctoral researcher – ”Hysteretic Deformable Mirrors for Future Space Telescopes” Faculty of Science and Engineering.
  Deadline: 17 May 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• Postdoc in Energy systems modelling and optimization
  Faculty of Economics and Business. Deadline: 15 June 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• Postdoctoral position in Medicinal Chemistry & Drug Discovery
  Faculty of Science and Engineering.
  Deadline: 31 May 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• Postdoctoral researcher in Speech Technology for Low Saxon varieties
  Faculty of Arts (0.8 FTE). Deadline: 15 May 2026. APPLY HERE

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How to Apply:

• Visit the official University of Groningen vacancies page.
• Choose the position you want and read the full description carefully.
• Prepare your CV, motivation letter, and any required documents.
• Submit your application online before the deadline for that specific position.

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