Netherlands · Eindhoven
About this opportunity
The Autonomous Energy Materials Discovery group combines LLM-based agents with tool use, laboratory automation and materials synthesis and characterisation. Strong Python skills are essential; lab experience is not.
Announced on LinkedIn by Dr Süleyman Er (Department Head & Group Leader, DIFFER), who is recruiting for this position. Apply through the DIFFER website only.
Who can apply
Master's in computer science, AI, data science, physics, chemistry, materials science or related; strong Python.
- Eligible nationalities
- All nationalities
- Study level
- PhD
What the funding covers
€3,115–€3,989 / month
€3,115 rising to €3,989 per month over four years.
- Tuition Not stated — check the official page
- Stipend or salary Covered
- Travel Not stated — check the official page
- Accommodation Not stated — check the official page
- Health insurance Not stated — check the official page
"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.
Documents & tests
The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.
- CV (with any publications, projects or theses)
- Motivation letter written for this specific project
- Undergraduate and master's transcripts and degree certificates
- Two or three referees or recommendation letters
- Research statement or proposal, if requested
- English test score or proof of English-medium study
- Tests
- Not stated — check the official page
- Application fee
- Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee
How to apply
General steps — the provider's own instructions always take priority.
- Read the full eligibility rules on www.differ.nl and confirm you meet every mandatory condition.
- Confirm this year's deadline and time zone on the official page — dates change every cycle.
- Prepare your documents and book any language test early; results can take two weeks or more.
- Write your statement, CV and other texts specifically for this opportunity.
- Submit through the official portal only, keep the confirmation email, and track your application here.
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Program dates
- Program dates
- 1 Jan 2027
- Duration
- 4 years
Quick answers
Who can apply for DIFFER PhD?
Open to all nationalities. Level: PhD. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.
Is DIFFER PhD fully funded?
Funding type: Fully funded, Salary. Amount: €3,115–€3,989 / month. Covers: stipend or salary.
What is the deadline for DIFFER PhD?
The deadline is 25 Oct 2026. Status: Closes in 5 days. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.
Does DIFFER PhD require IELTS or another test?
Our record does not state a test requirement — check the official page and your chosen university.
How do I apply for DIFFER PhD?
Apply only on the official website (www.differ.nl). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".
Is there an application fee?
No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.
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- www.differ.nl
- Last checked
- 19 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 19 Oct 2026
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