PhD Positions in Robotics and Automation
As of 7 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 31 open PhD positions in Robotics and Automation from 13 organizations in 4 countries.
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Key facts
As of 7 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 31 open PhD positions in Robotics and Automation from 13 organizations in 4 countries.
- Open listings
- 31
- Organizations
- 13
- Closing within 30 days
- 29
- State pay or funding
- 31
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 Robotics and Automation
31 current matching listings
Lulea University of Technology
Lulea, Sweden
PhD position
PhD Student in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
Reference number 4815-2026 Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? As a doctoral student with us, you will work closely with leading researchers in…
Due todayPaidArtificial Intelligence · Robotics and Automation · Computer Science
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher in Hardware-Aware AI for Analog and RF Circuits
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…
2 days leftPaidComputer Science · Robotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral researcher (PhD student) in thin films for electrocatalysis
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…
4 days leftPaidComputer Science · Robotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering
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Groningen, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD TactoChem – Signal Amplification and Processing
A sense of touch allows us to handle objects with fine motor skills and navigate the complexities of everyday life. Robots struggle with even simple tasks, because their…
5 days leftPaidRobotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering · Materials Science
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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…
7 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 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…
8 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Robotics and Automation
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral researcher
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…
8 days leftPaidComputer Science · Robotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in Cell and Molecular Biology Research
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Engineering Sciences Project description Third-cycle subject: Biological Physics The AICell Lab (https://aicell.io) in the…
8 days leftPaidLife Sciences · Robotics and Automation · Physics
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Gothenburg, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral Student in Human-in-the-Loop Autonomous Systems
Reference number REF 2026-0422 We are looking for 5 motivated Doctoral students to help design the next generation of human-in-the-loop autonomous systems at the Division…
8 days leftPaidRobotics and Automation · Computer Science · Mathematics
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher in Backscatter-Assisted Wireless Positioning
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…
11 days leftPaidElectrical Engineering · Computer Science · Robotics and Automation
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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…
11 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Robotics and Automation
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher, MSCA Doctoral Network position “Electric solar wind sail mission design”
Application closes on Unit Job category MSCA Doctoral Network position “Electric solar wind sail mission design” We are now looking for two (2) Doctoral Researchers. This…
13 days leftPaidSchool of Electrical Engineering General · Computer Science · 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…
14 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Robotics and Automation
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Enschede, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD position in Mapping the Modern Electromagnetic Environment: Identifying Stray Currents in Complex, Interaction-Driven Sy...
14 days leftPaidRobotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering · Energy
Apply by ViewDelft University of Technology
Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Adaptive Optimization and Control of Offshore Energy Systems
MSc degree in Systems and Control, Chemical Engineering or similar field (essential). Prior experience with optimization algorithms (essential). Prior experience with…
15 days leftPaidEnergy · Mathematics · Computer Science
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral and postdoctoral positions in hybrid magnonics-photonics
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…
16 days leftPaidPhysics · Computer Science · Robotics and Automation
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Delft, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD Position Chaotic Sampling for Secure and Sustainable Networked Control Systems
An MSc degree in systems & control, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, theoretical computer science, or a closely related…
16 days leftPaidRobotics and Automation · Computer Science · Electrical Engineering
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
2 Doctoral Researchers in Reinforcement Learning
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…
16 days leftPaidComputer Science · Robotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering
Apply by ViewEindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD in Trustworthy LLM-Enabled Ecosystems: From Requirements to Architecture
17 days leftPaidRobotics and Automation · Business and Management · Humanities
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Grimstad, Norway
PhD position
PhD Research Fellow in Learning-based Control of Autonomous Robot Manipulation
21 days leftPaidRobotics and Automation
Apply by ViewChalmers University of Technology
Gothenburg, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in microwave diagnostics for disaster care
Reference number REF 2026-0469 Are you curious about how advanced microwave technology can make a real difference in disaster and emergency care? Would you like to…
22 days leftPaidArtificial Intelligence · Robotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering
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Stockholm, Sweden
PhD position
Doctoral student in robotic manipulation of deformable objects
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Project description Third-cycle subject: Computer Science The PhD student will…
23 days leftPaidRobotics and Automation · Artificial Intelligence · Computer Science
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Espoo, Finland
PhD position
Doctoral Researcher position in Chemical Engineering
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…
23 days leftPaidComputer Science · Robotics and Automation · Electrical Engineering
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Groningen, Netherlands
PhD position
PhD position in Neuromorphic Computing, FPGA Design, and Hardware Acceleration
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…
24 days leftPaidComputer Science · Robotics and Automation · Neuroscience
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Frequently asked questions
How many PhD positions in Robotics and Automation are currently open?
As of 7 October 2026, Graduates Corner lists 31 open PhD positions in Robotics and Automation from 13 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 Robotics and Automation?
The countries with the most open listings are Finland (12), Netherlands (10) and Sweden (8).
Which fields are most common among PhD positions in Robotics and Automation?
The most frequent fields among current listings are Robotics and Automation (31), Computer Science (20) and Electrical Engineering (17).
Which organizations have the most open PhD positions in Robotics and Automation?
The organizations with the most open listings are Aalto University (10), Delft University of Technology (6) and KTH Royal Institute of Technology (3).
Are these PhD positions funded?
31 of 31 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. 29 of the current listings have a stated deadline within the next 30 days. Check the original posting before applying.