Linköping University is offering a PhD position in Computer Science with a focus on cybersecurity and privacy within next-generation immersive and networked systems. This opportunity is part of SENSE-VR, an international research collaboration involving partners in the United States, aiming to develop secure and privacy-preserving multi-user virtual reality (VR) systems.
The successful candidate will join the Cybersecurity Division (CYBER) and contribute to cutting-edge research, combining techniques from cybersecurity, machine learning, networking, and performance-aware system design. The role involves developing and evaluating novel privacy-enhancing mechanisms, with opportunities for international collaboration and publication in leading venues.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | PhD Position |
|---|---|
| Institution | Linköping University |
| Department | Department of Computer and Information Science (IDA) |
| Location | Linköping, Sweden |
| Region | Europe |
| Open to | International applicants |
| Funding | Fully funded |
| Stipend / Salary | Salary determined by locally negotiated progression |
| Duration | Normally 4 years full-time equivalent, up to 5 years with teaching/duties |
| Start date | Early 2027 (by agreement) |
| Application deadline | 06 January 2027 |
About the Position
The research will concentrate on developing and evaluating innovative privacy-enhancing mechanisms for networked and immersive systems. Potential research areas include investigating privacy risks from user data and communication patterns, designing client-side defenses, exploring secure and encrypted processing techniques like homomorphic encryption, and optimizing privacy, latency, and resource usage across various system components. The work will involve both theoretical design and analysis, alongside practical implementation and experimental evaluation.
Eligibility
- Master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, software engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related field, or equivalent knowledge.
- Minimum of 240 credits, with at least 60 credits in advanced courses in a relevant field.
- Applicants currently completing their Master's studies (including thesis) are welcome, provided eligibility requirements are met by the employment decision date.
- Solid technical background, good analytical and programming skills.
- Interest in cybersecurity and privacy research.
- Good proficiency in written and spoken English.
- Curious and motivated, with a genuine interest in learning and conducting research.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Benefits
- Admission to the doctoral studies program.
- Opportunity to work in a positive, supportive, and internationally recognized research environment.
- Collaboration with academic and industrial partners in Sweden and internationally.
- Opportunities to publish at leading international conferences and journals.
- Development into an independent researcher.
- Locally negotiated salary progression for PhD students.
- Access to Linköping University's employment benefits.
Documents Required
- Brief statement of motivation (approx. one page) describing interest in the position, relevant technical experience, and aspects of the research found most interesting.
- Highlight main strengths and interests, including relevant experience from coursework, projects, or Master's thesis.
How to Apply
- Click the "Apply" button on the official job portal.
- Submit your application and required documents by January 6, 2027.
Source: EURAXESS.
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