Linköping University is seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join their research team focusing on scalable and secure distributed inference. This project, funded by the Swedish Research Council (VR), aims to establish a theory for communication-efficient cooperation among distributed predictive agents.
The successful applicant will be based in the Division for Communication Systems and will contribute to research combining information theory, communication theory, signal processing, and statistical learning, with applications in modern distributed generative and agentic AI systems.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | PhD Position |
|---|---|
| Institution | Linköping University |
| Department | Division for Communication Systems, Department of Electrical Engineering |
| Location | Linköping, Sweden |
| Region | Europe |
| Open to | International applicants |
| Funding | Fully funded |
| Stipend / Salary | Around 37,500 SEK/month gross |
| Duration | Normally four years full-time equivalent, up to five years with teaching/duties |
| Start date | By agreement, no later than September 1, 2027 |
| Application deadline | 18 December 2026 |
About the Position
The PhD project, "Communication-Efficient Synchronization of Predictions for Distributed Intelligent Systems (CESP)", will involve developing a theoretical framework for efficient cooperation between distributed predictive agents. The core focus is on synchronizing predictions under varying local contexts and models to enable robust decision-making. The research will integrate tools from information and communication theory, signal processing, and statistical learning, with opportunities to validate concepts using contemporary distributed generative and agentic AI systems. A significant portion of the role will be dedicated to doctoral studies and research, with a possibility of up to 20% teaching or departmental duties.
Eligibility
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics, with a minimum of 240 credits, including at least 60 credits in advanced courses in these fields, or equivalent knowledge.
- Strong mathematical maturity.
- Solid programming skills.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written.
- Ability to work independently, be goal-oriented, communicate clearly, and collaborate effectively.
Benefits
- Locally negotiated salary progression for PhD students, starting around 37,500 SEK/month.
- Comprehensive employee benefits, including pension.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and ambitious research team.
- Access to a leading university in AI research, ranked 43rd globally and 12th in Europe.
Documents Required
- Application submitted via the online portal
How to Apply
- Click the "Apply" button on the official job portal.
- Submit your application to Linköping University no later than December 18, 2026.
Source: EURAXESS.
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