PhD Positions in Computer Science
As of 30 September 2026, Graduates Corner lists 73 open PhD positions in Computer Science from 18 organizations in 4 countries.
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Key facts
- Open listings
- 73
- Organizations
- 18
- Closing within 30 days
- 55
- State pay or funding
- 73
Before you apply
Read the full project description on the official vacancy page, check eligibility and the required documents, and contact the named supervisor with specific questions well before the deadline.
Open PhD positions in Computer Science
73 current matching listings
Delft University of Technology
PhD Position Adaptive Optimization and Control of Offshore Energy Systems
Delft, Netherlands
MSc degree in Systems and Control, Chemical Engineering or similar field (essential). Prior experience with optimization algorithms (essential). Prior experience with process…
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Aalto University
Doctoral and postdoctoral positions in hybrid magnonics-photonics
Espoo, Finland
Application closes on Unit Job category We are looking for highly motivated Doctoral Researchers (PhD students) and Postdoctoral Researchers to work on experiments in a project…
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Delft University of Technology
PhD Position Chaotic Sampling for Secure and Sustainable Networked Control Systems
Delft, Netherlands
An MSc degree in systems & control, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, theoretical computer science, or a closely related field. Strong…
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Aalto University
2 Doctoral Researchers in Reinforcement Learning
Espoo, Finland
Application closes on Unit Job category Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in…
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Eindhoven University of Technology
PhD in Hardware Architectures for Physics-Informed AI
Eindhoven, Netherlands
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Erasmus University Rotterdam
Lecturer/(PhD) researcher private-law liability position of European ports
Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Chalmers University of Technology
Doctoral student in quantum technology with superconducting circuits
Gothenburg, Sweden
Reference number REF 2026-0470 About us The Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience advances the frontiers in quantum technology, nanoscience, photonics and future electronic…
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University of Amsterdam
PhD Candidate in Explainable Machine Learning for Studying Biology at Single-Cell Resolution
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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 in silico…
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University of Groningen
PhD position in Neuromorphic Computing, FPGA Design, and Hardware Acceleration
Groningen, Netherlands
Are you excited about designing the next generation of energy-efficient AI hardware? Do you want to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of neuromorphic…
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Aalto University
Doctoral Researcher in Speech and Language Technology
Espoo, Finland
Application closes on Unit Job category Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in…
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University of Twente
PhD position in multi-material additive manufacturing for advanced chip cooling
Enschede, Netherlands
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Eindhoven University of Technology
PhD In Materials and Mechanics for Advanced Ceramic-based Protection Systems | Cera-Shield
Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD 1: Development of advanced ceramic microstructures – mostly experimental PhD 2: Modeling and optimization of ceramic–composite systems – mostly numerical PhD 3: Design and…
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Delft University of Technology
PhD Opportunity in Semiconductor Quantum Computing
Delft, Netherlands
Motivational letter You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. A pre-employment screening can be part of the selection procedure. Please do…
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University of Turku
Doctoral researcher / Project Researcher in Soft Robotics
Turku, Finland
The University of Turku is a world-class multidisciplinary research university, hosting a vibrant community of 25,000 students and employees from over 100 different countries. As…
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Delft University of Technology
PhD Position: Sustainable Generative AI for Digital Sovereignty
Delft, Netherlands
To conduct an in-depth evaluation of existing foundation models to assess their suitability in the digital industries, automotive and healthcare domains. Design sustainable…
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University of Amsterdam
PhD Candidate in Systemic Actors and the Enforcement of Digital Rules
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Refine the research questions and design with the supervision team, and prepare ethics, data-management and open-science materials. Collect, manage and analyse research data using…
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University of Groningen
PhD Position in Systems and Control Theory for Energy-based Learning
Groningen, Netherlands
Are you excited about developing new mathematical foundations for energy-efficient computing? Do you want to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of systems and…
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Chalmers University of Technology
Doctoral Student in Machine Learning for Quantum Error Correction
Gothenburg, Sweden
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. Quantum…
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Lund University
Doctoral student in Computer Science with focus on AI engineering
Lund, Sweden
Lund University, LTH, Department of Computer Science Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 46…
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Delft University of Technology
PhD Position Numerical Analysis
Delft, Netherlands
Strong Background: You hold a Master’s degree (MSc) in Applied Mathematics, Computational Science, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field. You have a solid…
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Linkoping University
PhD student focusing on Machine Learning of Geometric Representations at ISY
Linkoping, Sweden
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…
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Lund University
Doctoral student in Electrical Engineering focusing on Cybersecurity
Lund, Sweden
Lund University, LTH, Electrical and Information Technology Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has…
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University of Turku
Doctoral Researcher in Secure GenAI
Turku, Suomi, Finland
The Department of Computing at the Faculty of Technology invites applications for a full-time Doctoral Researcher position. This role focuses on the privacy protection, security…
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University of Turku
Doctoral Researcher in Generative AI for Cyber Protection, Malware Analysis, and Vulnerability Detection
Turku, Finland
The Department of Computing at the Faculty of Technology invites applications for a full-time Doctoral Researcher position. This role focuses on Generative AI for Cyber Protection…
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Frequently asked questions
How many PhD positions in Computer Science are currently open?
As of 30 September 2026, Graduates Corner lists 73 open PhD positions in Computer Science from 18 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 Computer Science?
The countries with the most open listings are Netherlands (28), Sweden (21) and Finland (18).
Which fields are most common among PhD positions in Computer Science?
The most frequent fields among current listings are Computer Science (73), Electrical Engineering (27) and Artificial Intelligence (26).
Which organizations have the most open PhD positions in Computer Science?
The organizations with the most open listings are Aalto University (12), Delft University of Technology (10) and Eindhoven University of Technology (9).
Are these PhD positions funded?
73 of 73 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. 55 of the current listings have a stated deadline within the next 30 days. Check the original posting before applying.