PhD Student in Physical Learning in Dynamical Systems

Laplace Expert Ltd; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

AMOLF in Amsterdam invites applications for a PhD Student position in Physical Learning in Dynamical Systems. The role focuses on analytical theory and large-scale simulations of adaptive physical networks and learning rules in non-equilibrium dynamics.

Applicants should meet the discipline-specific qualifications and apply through the institutional recruitment route. The position is a four-year doctoral research appointment with full-time commitment, hosted by AMOLF in the Netherlands, with a

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field is expected for doctoral roles.
• Independent research and strong communication skills are essential.
• Ability to collaborate across groups and disciplines.

Skills

Independent research

Scientific communication

Research collaboration

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

PhD Student in Physical Learning in Dynamical Systems

AMOLF

Netherlands

About This Opportunity

AMOLF is recruiting for PhD Student in Physical Learning in Dynamical Systems in Amsterdam. The work centres on physical learning in non-equilibrium dynamical systems, with an application date of 2026-12-31.

This opportunity focuses on physical learning in non-equilibrium dynamical systems. Develop analytical theory and large-scale simulations of adaptive physical networks, local learning rules, feedback, non-reciprocity, phase diagrams and limits of learning without centralized backpropagation. It is hosted by AMOLF in Amsterdam and is structured as a doctoral research position. Applicants should match the discipline-specific qualifications in the official vacancy and submit through the verified institutional recruitment route.

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Requirements

Education

A relevant Master's degree or equivalent is expected for doctoral roles; a doctorate or equivalent research qualification is expected for postdoctoral or faculty roles.

General Skills

• Independent research
• Scientific communication
• Research collaboration

Funding & Compensation

Amount EUR 3,115 / Per Month

Funding Type Salary

Funding Status Paid

Period Per Month

Level PhD

Time Commitment Full-time

Duration Four years

Field Physical learning in non-equilibrium dynamical systems

Specialization Physics

Organization Type Research Institute