FZ Juelich PhD Position in EU Training Network FADOS 2026

The PhD candidate will be in charge of:

• The development of photopolymerizable hydrogel blends with n-type and p-type semiconductor capabilities
• The pattering of the semiconducting hydrogel into biomimetic microstructures with 2-photon polymerization setup
• The evaluation of morphological and electrochemical device properties in biological conditions
• The validation for in-vitro cell interfacing
• The communication with internal and external as well as national and international project partners

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineSeptember 30, 2025
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorForschungszentrum Jülich
• City to studyBaden-Württemberg
• School to studyUniversity of Stuttgart
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• A competitive salary in accordance with the MSCA regulations for Doctoral Researchers will be offered, including a living allowance, a mobility allowance, and a family allowance (if applicable)
• An interesting and socially relevant topic for your thesis with future-oriented themes
• Ideal conditions for gaining practical experience alongside your studies
• An interdisciplinary collaboration on projects in an international, committed and collegial team
• Excellent technical equipment and the newest technology
• Qualified support through your scientific colleagues
• The chance to independently prepare and work on your tasks
• The possibility of (location-) flexible working, e.g. home office
• A large research campus with green spaces, offering the best possible means for networking with colleagues and pursuing sports alongside work

Starting date: 1 February, 2026.

Requirements

• Applications are welcomed from candidates with a M.Sc. degree (or equivalent, including candidates who are about to complete their degrees) in physics, material science, chemistry or related fields
• Knowledge in semiconductor physics, bioelectronics and fabrication technologies
• Interest in neural interfacing and neuroelectronics
• Good communications skills and proficiency in spoken and written English
• Willingness and the ability to travel both within the Schengen region, the UK and abroad to conduct research (including secondments) and attend conferences and network activities

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Eutopia PhD Co-tutelle Call

Application Deadline

September 30, 2025

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to Forschungszentrum Jülich on www.fz-juelich.de to apply

For more information, kindly visit FZ Juelich scholarship webpage.