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

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International Max Planck Research School for Molecules of Life
Germany
4 days ago
Max Planck School Matter to Life in Germany is offering a fully funded, integrated five-year MSc/PhD programme for students interested in chemistry and interdisciplinary molecular sciences. The two-year Master’s phase takes place at Heidelberg University or the University of Göttingen and covers chemistry, molecular systems, synthetic chemistry, biophysics, biomaterials, synthetic biology, complex systems, and the chemistry of living systems. Students then progress to a three-year PhD research p...
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Clarkson University
United States
1 month ago
Two fully funded Ph.D. positions are available immediately in the Lu Research Group (PhotoMeChem Lab) at Clarkson University . The project area is polymer chemistry and synthetic biomaterials , with research at the intersection of biomaterials , biomechanics , and bioimaging . The lab’s work includes designing molecular mechanical sensors , advancing high-resolution fluorescence imaging , and studying nanoscale biomechanics . This opportunity is suited to motivated students interested in interdi...
1 month ago
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Virginia Tech
United States
2 days ago
Just Landed
Ph.D. opportunity in advanced materials and nuclear engineering at Virginia Tech Eda Aydogan is recruiting a highly motivated Ph.D. student to join her research group in the Department of Mechanical Engineering's Nuclear Engineering Program at Virginia Tech, beginning in Fall 2027. The research centers on advanced materials under extreme environments, with applications in nuclear and structural materials engineering. Research topics include radiation effects and microstructural evolution in meta...
2 days ago
Yi Wang
University of California, Davis
United States
1 week ago
Yi Wang’s lab at the University of California, Davis is hiring for postdoctoral researcher and PhD student positions. The research focus includes metabolic engineering , synthetic biology , and bioprocess engineering , with projects that also include rare earth element recovery . This opportunity is especially relevant for candidates interested in engineering biological systems, microbial and cellular design, and process development for sustainable biotechnology applications. The post notes a ti...
1 week ago
Estimated costs in United States.
MonthlyYearly | |
|---|---|
![]() Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | $3.0k $3,000/yr |
![]() Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | $1.5k $1,500/yr |
![]() Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | $800 $800/yr |
![]() Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | $12.0k $12,000/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Assistant Professor
Pennsylvania State University
United States
Materials Chemistry
Solid Mechanics
Alloy Chemistry
Spark Plasma Sintering
Micromechanics
Associate Professor
University of California, San Diego
United States
Tissue Engineering
Pharmacology
Neuroprotection
Cerebrovascular Physiology
Traumatic Brain Injury
Assistant Professor
Arizona State University
United States
Polymer Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Self-assembly
Supramolecular Chemistry
Macromolecular Science
The Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences Penn State University University Park PA 16802 USA
United States
Tissue Engineering
Biochemical Engineering
Biomaterial
Bioprinting
3d Printing
Professor
Wake Forest School of Medicine
United States
Tissue Engineering
Biochemical Engineering
Biofabrication
Biomaterial
3d Printing
Thomas J. Linnemeier Guidant Foundation Endowed Chair & Professor
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
United States
Tissue Engineering
Polymer Chemistry
Biomaterial
Hydrogel
Sol-gel Chemistry

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