
Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026

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U.S. Department of Energy
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United States
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This research fellowship is offered by the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command – Chemical Biological Center (DEVCOM-CBC) through the ORISE program. The project places participants with a team of scientists and researchers working in a laboratory environment focused on spectroscopy and materials science. As a participant, you will gain hands-on experience with spectroscopic methods and materials science procedures, alongside general laboratory techniques and skills. The work may inc...
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University of Melbourne
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Australia
1 month ago
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Research Degree Opportunity at The University of Melbourne Project title: Investigating the Health Impacts of Micro- and Nanoplastics: From Nanomaterials and Measurement to Experimental Models and Cell Biology . This interdisciplinary research degree project examines the health impacts of micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs), with a focus on where these particles accumulate in human tissues and how they affect biological systems. The project brings together nanotechnology , analytical chemistry , biom...
1 month ago
Dalhousie University
Canada
1 month ago
Wu Lab at Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia, Canada is recruiting PhD and MSc/Master's students for research on biodegradable thread-based materials for soft transient electronics . The opportunity sits at the intersection of materials science , biomedical engineering , bioelectronics , microfluidics , biosensors , electrochemistry , and analytical chemistry . The post specifically welcomes applicants with experience in these areas or related fields. Interested candidates should email yunyun.w...
1 month ago
Mohammad A. Halim
Kennesaw State University
United States
2 months ago
Kennesaw State University is advertising fully funded master's opportunities in Chemistry and Biochemistry and Master of Science in Integrative Biology . The post says applications are open for Spring Semester 2027 admission , with a deadline of October 15 . The program areas highlighted include Analytical Chemistry , Biochemistry , Physical Chemistry , Organic Chemistry , Inorganic Chemistry , and Biology . Funding appears strong: admitted students may receive a teaching or research assistantsh...
2 months ago
University of North Florida
United States
2 months ago
The De la Cruz Research Lab at the University of North Florida is advertising two fully funded M.S. openings for Spring 2027 . The project focuses on the kinetics of high-temperature PFAS decomposition , making this a strong fit for students interested in chemical engineering , environmental science , and chemistry . The lab is especially interested in candidates with a B.S. in chemical/environmental engineering, computational chemistry, or a related field. Preferred preparation includes strong ...
2 months ago
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Universität Duisburg-Essen
Germany
4 days ago
The University of Duisburg-Essen in Duisburg, Germany, is offering a 24-month, full-time postdoctoral/project employee position in the Faculty of Engineering, Institute for Energy and Materials Processes, Particle Science and Technology group. The project, Direct Bicarbonate-to-CO Electrolysis: Unlocking Green Syngas for a Resilient, Fossil-Free Chemical Industry (Bicarb2Syn) , develops sustainable routes for converting bicarbonate and atmospheric CO2 into CO for green syngas production. The suc...
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Johannes Karges
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Germany
1 month ago
PhD position in Medicinal Chemistry at Ruhr University Bochum This PhD opportunity focuses on designing next-generation platinum chemotherapy systems that are more selective and controllable. The project sits at the interface of synthetic chemistry , coordination chemistry , photochemistry , nanomedicine , drug delivery , cancer biology , and 3D cancer organoids . You will work on novel platinum–polymer conjugates , study their self-assembly and photoresponsive behavior, and evaluate their biolo...
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Gergo Peter Szekeres
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Freie Universität Berlin
Germany
1 week ago
Top university
Freie Universität Berlin is advertising a postdoctoral research assistant position in ultrafast nonlinear optics and femtosecond nonlinear spectroscopy . The role sits in the group of Dr. Gergo Peter Szekeres and is connected to the BMFTR NanoMatFutur project GAGosome , which investigates how glycan-lipid conjugates influence the structure and dynamics of lipid nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery. The successful candidate will help build a setup for femtosecond nonlinear spectroscopy and co...
1 week ago
Estimated costs in Germany.
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![]() Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | €5.0k $5,400/yr |
![]() Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €662 $720/yr |
![]() Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | €552 $600/yr |
![]() Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | €828 $900/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Professor
University of Bremen
Germany
Analytical Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Gas Separation
Particle-laden Flow
Electrochemistry
Professor
University of Siegen
Germany
Materials Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Nanostructured Materials
Optical Sensor
Photoelectrocatalysis
professor
University of Göttingen
Germany
Food Science
Crop Science
Photobiology
Antioxidant Activity
Plant Biology
Full Professor and Chair
Universität Duisburg-Essen
Germany
Analytical Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Bioanalytical Chemistry
Solvent Science
Mass Spectrometry
Institute of Pharmacy Freie Universität Berlin Berlin Germany
Germany
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Lc-ms
Drug Metabolism
Steroid Chemistry
Leibniz University Hannover
Germany
Analytical Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Ion Mobility
Chemical Sensors
Impedance Spectroscopy

The DAAD Leadership for Africa Programme supports qualified refugees and graduates from selected African countries to pursue postgraduate study in Germany with a strong focus on academic training and leadership development.

The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation Scholarships support highly qualified students and doctoral candidates studying in Germany, with a strong emphasis on social commitment and the Foundation's values.

Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarships support academically strong international students and doctoral candidates who want to study or conduct research in Germany and show social or political commitment.
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