The Doctoral Student in Materials Chemistry of Doped Organic Semiconductors Scholarship (FADOS Network) 2026 is a fully funded PhD opportunity at the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. It is part of a European Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network (MSCA) focused on advancing organic semiconductor materials for next-generation electronics.

This position places you in an international cohort of 17 PhD researchers across Europe, working on cutting-edge materials science for sustainable electronics.

About the Doctoral Student in Materials Chemistry of Doped Organic Semiconductors Scholarship

This PhD is hosted in the Christian Müller Research Group and is part of the FADOS EU Training Network (Fundamentals and Applications of Doped Organic Semiconductors).

For the 2026 intake, the position:

  • Is a fully funded 4-year PhD under EU Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
  • Is part of a 17-PhD European research training network
  • Focuses on organic semiconductor doping and materials chemistry
  • Includes secondments (research placements) in Spain, Germany, and the USA
  • Combines chemistry, materials science, and electronic device engineering
  • Includes structured training events across Europe
  • Involves collaboration with universities, institutes, and industry partners across the EU/UK/Switzerland

Research Focus

The project investigates how to control and modify organic semiconductor properties through doping.

Key research areas include:

  • Doped organic semiconductors
  • Polymer blends and composite materials
  • Spatial control of electrical and mechanical properties
  • Organic electronic device fabrication
  • Sustainable materials for wearable electronics
  • Gradient doping in semiconductor systems

The main goal is to develop new materials and fabrication techniques for flexible and sustainable electronics.

FADOS Training Network

As part of the FADOS consortium, you will:

  • Join 8 universities, 4 research institutes, and 4 companies
  • Participate in 7 international network training events
  • Gain experience through secondments across Europe and the US
  • Work in both academic and industrial environments
  • Receive structured training in organic electronics and materials science

Why Choose The Doctoral Student in Materials Chemistry of Doped Organic Semiconductors Scholarship?

This PhD is ideal for students interested in chemistry, materials science, and next-generation electronics.

At Chalmers University of Technology, candidates benefit from:

  • Membership in a prestigious EU-funded MSCA Doctoral Network
  • Strong focus on organic electronics and sustainable materials
  • International mobility and research exposure across Europe
  • Collaboration with leading academic and industrial partners
  • Advanced training in materials chemistry and device physics
  • Opportunities to publish in high-impact materials science journals

Doctoral Student in Materials Chemistry of Doped Organic Semiconductors Scholarship Summary

  • Host Country: Sweden
  • University: Chalmers University of Technology
  • Department: Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
  • Research Group: Christian Müller Group
  • Program: FADOS (EU MSCA Doctoral Network)
  • Field: Materials Chemistry / Organic Electronics
  • Focus: Doped organic semiconductors
  • Duration: 4 years (full-time PhD)
  • Monthly Salary: ~34,550 SEK (MSCA allowances included)
  • Application Deadline: 8 June 2026
  • Mobility: Mandatory international secondments (EU + US)

Benefits

Selected candidates receive:

  • Full PhD funding under the EU MSCA program
  • Monthly salary of 34,550 SEK + allowances (mobility, family support where applicable)
  • Tuition-free doctoral education
  • International training across Europe
  • Research stays in Spain, Germany, and the USA
  • Access to advanced materials chemistry laboratories
  • Career development in academia and industry
  • Participation in a structured EU doctoral training network

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

  • Hold (or be completing) a Master’s degree in:
    • Chemistry
    • Chemical Engineering
    • Materials Science
  • Have experience or interest in:
    • Organic electronics
    • Polymer science
  • Strong English communication skills
  • Ability and willingness to travel internationally
  • Must be in early research career stage (first 4 years of PhD eligibility)
  • Must meet MSCA mobility rule (limited prior residence in Sweden)

Preferred Skills

Candidates with the following will be preferred:

  • Experience in organic semiconductors or polymer materials
  • Background in materials characterization or device fabrication
  • Interest in electronic materials and flexible electronics
  • Strong teamwork and international collaboration skills
  • Scientific writing and communication experience

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

  • CV
  • Personal motivation letter
  • Bachelor’s and Master’s theses (if available)
  • Academic transcripts

Application Process & Timeline

  1. Prepare a CV and a motivation letter in English
  2. Submit an application via the Chalmers recruitment system
  3. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
  4. Shortlisted candidates may be interviewed
  5. Final selection into the FADOS network
  6. Start a PhD in Sweden as part of an EU training cohort