PRISM PhD Fellowships in Sustainable Soft Matter Science
14 fully funded PhD positions at PSL University to advance sustainable soft matter research in eco-friendly processes, circular economy, and renewable energy.
Best for:Best for recent master’s graduates with a strong background in chemistry, physics, materials science, or related fields, seeking interdisciplinary research opportunities in sustainable science and technology.
Overview
The PRISM programme at Paris Sciences & Lettres (PSL) University offers 14 fully funded PhD fellowships starting March 2027. This interdisciplinary initiative focuses on sustainable soft matter science, addressing critical challenges like eco-friendly chemical processes, circular economy, renewable energy, and carbon capture. Funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe MSCA COFUND, the programme provides comprehensive training, including mobility opportunities, secondments, and courses in sustainability, innovation, and career development. Candidates will collaborate with supervisors to develop research projects spanning soft matter, microfluidics, chemistry, physics, biology, and materials science.
What you'll do
- Conduct original research in sustainable soft matter science, focusing on eco-friendly chemical processes, circular economy, renewable energy, or carbon capture.
- Develop and refine research projects collaboratively with supervisors, ensuring alignment with PRISM’s interdisciplinary themes.
- Participate in training programs, including courses on sustainability, innovation, entrepreneurship, and career development.
- Engage in mobility opportunities and secondments to enhance interdisciplinary and intersectoral training.
- Present research findings and participate in scientific discussions, conferences, and workshops.
- Collaborate with international and intersectoral partners to advance sustainable science solutions.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree or equivalent/postgraduate degree formally entitling the candidate to start a doctorate; doctoral degree holders are ineligible.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English proficiency at C1 (Advanced) level for applicants from non-English-speaking countries; no French language skills required.
Instruction: English
- Proven academic background in chemistry, physics, materials science, or related disciplines.
- Strong research skills and ability to conduct independent scientific inquiry.
- Familiarity with interdisciplinary research methodologies.
- Proficiency in scientific writing and presentation.
- Experience with laboratory techniques relevant to soft matter or materials science.
- Must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent at the time of application.
- Open to all nationalities but applicants must not have resided or worked in France for more than 12 months in the 3 years prior to the deadline.
- Must be available to start the programme on March 1, 2027.
- Applicants must not already hold a doctoral degree.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-31 (Europe/Paris)
Applicants must submit their application through the PRISM website before the deadline. Candidates are encouraged to contact potential supervisors to discuss research topics before applying. The application must be complete, submitted in English, and include all mandatory documents. The selection process involves eligibility checks, remote evaluations, and videoconference interviews.
- CV
- Cover letter explaining motivation and research interests
- Research proposal outlining the selected PhD project
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Letters of recommendation (number not specified but likely required)
Contact
PRISM Programme Office· Programme Coordinator
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