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PhD positions in artificial intelligence

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As of 22 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 26 open PhD positions in artificial intelligence from 21 organizations in 5 countries.

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26
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21
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19
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26

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Open PhD positions in artificial intelligence

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  • University of Turku

    Turku, Finland

    PhD position

    PhD in Human-Centred World Models for Human–Robot Interaction

    The Department of Computing is looking for one to two Doctoral Researchers to join a research group of ELLIS PI, Associate Professor Xucong Zhang. You will be working…

    Due todayPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Computer Science

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  • KTH Royal Institute of Technology logo

    KTH Royal Institute of Technology

    Stockholm, Sweden

    PhD position

    PhD in Machine learning and optimization

    KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Project description Third-cycle subject: Computer Science KTH is now inviting…

    Due todayPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Mathematics

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  • Eindhoven University of Technology

    Eindhoven, Netherlands

    PhD position

    PhD in High-Frequency Transformer Design and Partial Discharge Modeling for Data Centers

    PhD opportunity at Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, Netherlands. High-Frequency Transformer Design and Partial Discharge Modeling for Data Centers.

    3 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Electrical Engineering · Energy

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  • Radboud University

    Nijmegen, Netherlands

    PhD position

    PhD in Physics-Informed Generative AI for Synthetic Energy Data

    You will design and compare deep generative approaches, UAEs, GANs, diffusion models/flow matching, and Gaussian processes for realistic load, generation and voltage time…

    3 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Physics

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  • University of Amsterdam

    Amsterdam, Netherlands

    PhD position

    PhD in Explainable Machine Learning for Studying Biology at Single-Cell Resolution

    complete a PhD thesis within the official appointment duration (four years); develop novel algorithms for analyzing single-cell (multi)-omics data and design and perform…

    9 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Life Sciences

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  • NTNU

    Ålesund, Norway

    PhD position

    PhD in Trustworthy Agentic Artificial Intelligence

    PhD opportunity at NTNU, Ålesund, Norway. Trustworthy Agentic Artificial Intelligence.

    9 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence

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  • Technical University of Denmark

    Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

    PhD position

    PhD in Computational Molecular Design

    If you are interested about establishing your career in an interdisciplinary area related to chemical engineering, novel materials design and advanced computational…

    9 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Mechanical Engineering · Physics

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  • Aalto University logo

    Aalto University

    Espoo, Finland

    PhD position

    PhD in Trustworthy Machine Learning

    Application closes on Unit Job category Aalto University is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet technology and business. We are committed to…

    9 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence

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  • Delft University of Technology logo

    Delft University of Technology

    Delft, Netherlands

    PhD position

    PhD in Sustainable Generative AI for Digital Sovereignty

    To conduct an in-depth evaluation of existing foundation models to assess their suitability in the digital industries, automotive and healthcare domains. Design…

    10 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence

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  • Tilburg University

    Tilburg, Netherlands

    PhD position

    PhD in AI-assisted reverse engineering of integrated circuits (1 FTE)

    The Cognitive Science & Artificial Intelligence Research Center at Tilburg University hosts the Secure Hardware Intelligence Extraction and Logic Deconstruction (SHIELD)…

    10 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Data Science · Electrical Engineering

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  • Wageningen University & Research

    Wageningen, Netherlands

    PhD position

    PhD in 3D radiation in clouds and wildfire plumes using GPUs and machine learning

    Setting up three benchmark simulations in the GPU-accelerated model MicroHH: solar energy forecasting, tropical climate, and a real wildfire plume. Developing a 3D…

    10 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence

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  • Stockholm University

    Stockholm, Sweden

    PhD position

    PhD in Biophysics

    The Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics is mainly located with the other Departments of Chemistry and Life Sciences in the Arrhenius Laboratories for Natural…

    12 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence

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  • Technical University of Denmark

    Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

    PhD position

    PhD in Reality Capture for Digital Twinning of Built Structures

    A letter motivating the application (cover letter) Curriculum vitae Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale

    12 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Civil Engineering

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  • University of Inland Norway

    Hamar, Norway

    PhD position

    PhD in Bioinformatics and Machine Learning for Infection and Antimicrobial Resistance Diagnostics

    PhD opportunity at University of Inland Norway, Hamar, Norway. Bioinformatics and Machine Learning for Infection and Antimicrobial Resistance Diagnostics.

    14 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Data Science

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  • University of Copenhagen

    Copenhagen, Denmark

    PhD position

    PhD in Natural Language Processing

    PhD Project in Cultural Reasoning with Language Models The AI Section at the Department of Computer Science invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in computational…

    17 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Humanities

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  • Copenhagen Business School

    Frederiksberg, Denmark

    PhD position

    PhD in Accounting and artificial intelligence

    PhD opportunity at Copenhagen Business School, Frederiksberg, Denmark. Accounting and artificial intelligence.

    20 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Business and Management

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  • Leiden University

    Leiden, Netherlands

    PhD position

    PhD in The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network ANA-KIN

    Conduct original and novel research in deep learning, AI, and cheminformatics for kinase drug discovery; Develop, benchmark and openly share models, datasets and…

    21 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Data Science · Computer Science

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  • University of Oulu

    Oulu, Finland

    PhD position

    PhD in Educational Technology

    Faculty of Education and Psychology The University of Oulu is a multidisciplinary, international research university, with about 4000 employees who produce new knowledge…

    24 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Psychology · Education

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  • Technical University of Denmark

    Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

    PhD position

    PhD in Machine Learning for Non-Stationary and Non-Static Nano-Tomography

    Recent advances in machine learning and deep learning are opening new possibilities for computational imaging, including the reconstruction of complex 3D structures from…

    25 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence

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  • Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

    Amsterdam, Netherlands

    PhD position

    PhD in Space Law and Artificial Intelligence

    conduct independent doctoral research on the legal and ethical governance of AI-enabled Earth Observation map and analyse applicable legal frameworks, including…

    36 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Law

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  • Chalmers University of Technology logo

    Chalmers University of Technology

    Gothenburg, Sweden

    PhD position

    PhD in Machine Learning for Quantum Error Correction

    Reference number REF 2026-0448 Quantum computers promise capabilities far beyond today's computers, but only if we can reliably protect quantum information from errors.…

    39 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Physics

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  • Technical University of Denmark

    Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

    PhD position

    PhD in High-Speed Hyperspectral and Super-Resolution Terahertz Imaging

    Are you interested in pushing terahertz (THz) imaging beyond today’s limits in speed, bandwidth, and spatial resolution? At DTU Electro, you will work at the interface of…

    39 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Physics

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  • Leiden University

    Leiden, Netherlands

    PhD position

    PhD in Machine Learning for Quantum Systems (1.0 FTE)

    Conducting research on the mechanics of deep learning and applications of (interpretable, reliable, and scalable) ML in quantum sciences with scientific integrity and…

    39 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence · Physics

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  • Linkoping University

    Linkoping, Sweden

    PhD position

    PhD in Machine Learning of Geometric Representations at ISY

    Reference number LiU-2026-03853 We have the power of over 50,000 students and co-workers. Students who provide hope for the future. Co-workers who contribute to Linköping…

    70 days leftPaid

    Artificial Intelligence

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    Frequently asked questions

    How many PhD positions in artificial intelligence are currently open?

    As of 22 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 26 open PhD positions in artificial intelligence from 21 organizations in 5 countries. Listings whose deadline has passed or whose original posting is marked closed are excluded from this count.

    Which countries have the most open PhD positions in artificial intelligence?

    The countries with the most open listings are Netherlands (9), Denmark (6) and Finland (5).

    Which fields are most common among PhD positions in artificial intelligence?

    The most frequent fields among current listings are Artificial Intelligence (26), Physics (5) and Mathematics (4).

    Which organizations have the most open PhD positions in artificial intelligence?

    The organizations with the most open listings are Technical University of Denmark (4), Leiden University (2) and University of Turku (2).

    Are these PhD positions funded?

    26 of 26 current listings state a salary, payment or stipend. Where the source does not state compensation, the listing shows "Not specified". Confirm the terms on the official posting before applying.

    How often is this list updated?

    Listings are refreshed through scheduled imports and direct publication by organizations. 19 of the current listings have a stated deadline within the next 30 days. Check the original posting before applying.