PhD positions in artificial intelligence
Explore doctoral projects involving artificial intelligence, machine learning and computer vision across research institutions.
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Key facts
As of 8 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 51 open PhD positions in artificial intelligence from 20 organizations in 4 countries.
- Open listings
- 51
- Organizations
- 20
- Closing within 30 days
- 41
- State pay or funding
- 51
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Open PhD positions in artificial intelligence
51 current matching listings
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in Remote Fault Attacks on Cryptographic Algorithms
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Project description Third-cycle subject: Information and Communication Technology…
2 days leftPaidComputer Science · Artificial Intelligence · Electrical Engineering
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Gothenburg, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in joint optical communications and sensing
Reference number REF 2026-0449 Join us for an exciting and excellent Doctoral student journey to create the future of optical communications and sensing! About us At the…
2 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Electrical Engineering · Life Sciences
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in Biotechnology
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health Project description Third-cycle subject: Biotechnology At the…
2 days leftPaidLife Sciences · Artificial Intelligence · Chemistry
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in Machine Learning for Integrated Resources Modelling
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Industrial Engineering and Management Project description Third-cycle subject: Energy and Environmental Systems The division…
2 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Energy · Business and Management
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Control Theory for Self-Designing Digital Twins of Transportation Systems
You will develop a framework for the autonomous design of formal mathematical contracts, based on the system description and functional requirements. This will lead to…
6 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Robotics and Automation · Education
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
PhD student in Computer and Systems Sciences, with focus on Cybersecurity
The Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic…
7 days leftPaidComputer Science · Artificial Intelligence · Media and Communication
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Tampere, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher (Gamification / Games / XR / GenAI / Emerging Media for Engagement with Sustainable Futures), 1-3 positions
Tampere University is a unique, boldly future‑oriented and evolving community, and one of Finland’s most multidisciplinary universities. At Tampere University,…
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Statistics
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
PhD student in Computer and Systems Sciences, with focus on Internet of Things and Machine Learning
The Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic…
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Mathematics · Media and Communication
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Groningen, Netherlands
PhD position
Three PhD positions in ML-guided directed evolution
Are you passionate about combining the directed evolution of diverse biomolecules with deep learning approaches and contributing to the development of better…
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Chemistry
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
PhD student in Computer and Systems Sciences, with focus on Adaptive Immersive Experiences
The Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic…
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Media and Communication
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Digital Holography for Metrology
You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Electrical Engineering
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
PhD student in Computer and Systems Sciences, with focus on Machine Learning
The Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic…
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Robotics and Automation
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Multiscale Modeling of Smart Self-Sealing Materials
Use coarse-grained and atomistic simulations to understand the interactions between peptides and surfaces, including MOFs, and unravel the physical mechanisms of their…
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Chemistry · Physics
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Amplitude & Phase Control in Optical Metrology
You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Electrical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering
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Gothenburg, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral students in Artificial Intelligence
Reference number REF 2026-0446 Want to explore the future of artificial intelligence alongside a world-leading researcher? Join Julian Togelius' new research group and…
7 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Data Science · Computer Science
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Oslo, Norway
PhD position
PhD Research Fellow in Machine Learning and Statistics
8 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Statistics
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Lund, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in traffic safety focusing on data analysis and traffic simulation
Lund University Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 46 000 students and 8 500 staff…
8 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Vacancy: Knowledge Creation and Sharing in Augmented Organisations
10 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in the Integrated Circuit Group on Transceivers for Optical Communications
Understanding applications, architecture, building blocks, integration, requirements, limitations and state of the art in optical transceivers Understanding modeling of…
10 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Electrical Engineering
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Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Control Theory for Learned Operators in Dynamical Systems
10 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Mechanical Engineering · Energy
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position on Twin Transition of Infrastructure: Paradoxical Leadership
A master’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, project management, business administration, information systems, innovation studies or a related field.…
10 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Business and Management · Environmental Sciences
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Foundation Models for Automotive Imaging Radar
An MSc degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field. A strong academic record and solid background in…
10 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Robotics and Automation
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher in Probabilistic Machine Learning
Application closes on Unit Job category Doctoral Researcher in Probabilistic Machine Learning Aalto University is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet…
13 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Robotics and Automation
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Thermal Sensors based on Sigma-Delta Modulation
You hold an MSc degree in Electrical Engineering. You are an experienced chip designer. You have strong knowledge of analog and sensor-based systems. You can…
14 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Electrical Engineering
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Frequently asked questions
How many PhD positions in artificial intelligence are currently open?
As of 8 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 51 open PhD positions in artificial intelligence from 20 organizations in 4 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 (21), Sweden (21) and Finland (7).
Which fields are most common among PhD positions in artificial intelligence?
The most frequent fields among current listings are Artificial Intelligence (51), Computer Science (24) and Electrical Engineering (19).
Which organizations have the most open PhD positions in artificial intelligence?
The organizations with the most open listings are Delft University of Technology (10), KTH Royal Institute of Technology (6) and Stockholm University (5).
Are these PhD positions funded?
51 of 51 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. 41 of the current listings have a stated deadline within the next 30 days. Check the original posting before applying.