PhD Vacancy at TU Delft, Netherlands | Apply Online & Earn Upto €3881
A rare chance has emerged at TU Delft for a motivated PhD student to utilize single-molecule techniques and computational tools to explore molecular interactions with therapeutic applications. This TU Delft PhD vacancy offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in a collaborative environment.
- Position: PhD Position in Single-Molecule Biophysic
- Location: Netherlands
About The University
TU Delft (Delft University of Technology) is a leading technical university in the Netherlands, renowned for its commitment to solving real-world challenges through education and research. For over 180 years, TU Delft has been training engineers who make an impact worldwide. The university focuses on themes such as energy, climate, digitalization, artificial intelligence, and smart mobility, aligning its educational and research efforts with societal needs.
TU Delft PhD Vacancy: Job Description
The PhD student will be engaged in understanding molecular mechanisms in biological systems by applying single-molecule techniques to study molecular interactions, including protein-ligand and protein-peptide interactions. This PhD vacancy involves collaboration with international partners and combines experimental approaches with computational methods to validate machine learning predictions using high-throughput data.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply single-molecule techniques to study molecular interactions.
- Collaborate with international partners for therapeutic applications.
- Obtain and analyze single-molecule multiplexing data.
- Validate machine learning predictions with high-throughput data.
- Contribute to fundamental and medical sciences research.
Eligibility Criteria Required For TU Delft PhD Vacancy
- MSc degree (or nearing completion) in physics, biophysics, computational biology, or a related field.
- Strong programming skills (Python) and experience in data analysis.
- Familiarity with molecular biology techniques.
- Excellent written and spoken English skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, international, and interdisciplinary environment.
Salary
For this TU Delft PhD vacancy, salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, increasing from €3059 – €3881 gross per month, from the first year to the fourth year based on a full-time contract (38 hours), plus 8% holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates should apply no later than 1 November 2026: via the application button and upload the following documents:
- CV
- Motivational letter
It is highly recommended that candidates inquire by emailing Chirlmin Joo at [email protected] before submitting their application.
This TU Delft PhD vacancy presents a unique opportunity for qualified candidates to engage in innovative research in single-molecule biophysics. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply before the deadline of 1 November 2026.


