IT:U Doctoral School
PhD Positions in Computational X
All PhD positions are full-time, 4 years, on-site in Linz
Program Description:
The PhD program Computational X promotes interdisciplinary research facilitating the convergence of natural sciences like biology, social sciences and humanities with computational sciences. The program supports junior researchers in developing their abilities to perform independent scientific research.
PhD students will acquire a comprehensive range of computational skills and methods, ranging from data science to artificial intelligence to robotics, as well as a solid core of 21st century skills. This will empower students to transform their respective disciplines with computational methods and explore frontiers in the digitalization of natural sciences, social sciences and humanities. Through the interdisciplinary approach, researchers are enabled to develop, implement, and execute innovative solutions to current societal challenges. This contributes to the digital transformation of science, economy, and society.
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responsibilities and tasks
As a PhD student, you acquire new skills within our training program and benefit from high quality supervision. You will develop your own research agenda and conduct interdisciplinary research increasingly independent over the four years. You will also gain valuable educational experience by having the opportunity to teach other students in your field of expertise. You will write and publish several research papers, culminating in writing and defending your PhD thesis. To achieve all of this, you are embedded in an inspiring and supportive environment with world-class research infrastructure at your disposal at our campus in Linz, Austria.
skills and qualifications
You completed your master’s degree (for PhD positions) in any field that can be located within the thematic landscape of each research focus. You feel uneasy about being put into a single disciplinary drawer and thrive in interdisciplinary environments. You are driven by curiosity and a team player. You have fluent English communication and academic writing skills.
what you can expect
We value your work! We offer a gross salary in line with the market from € 3.714,80 for PhDs on a 40-hour full-time basis (gross, 14 times a year). Our employees also benefit from a free Austria Climate Ticket, an annual pass covering all modes of public transportation across Austria. And of course, your coffee and snacks are on us.
Application
To apply, please fill in the IT:U application form and upload your files:
- Curriculum vitae
- Master’s and bachelor’s diploma (or equivalent)
- Master’s and bachelor’s transcript of records
- Motivational letter describing your research interests, previous experiences, and skills, as they relate to the position
- Up to three contacts of professors/collaborators for recommendations
- Please view each research group for specific information and all application requirements (length of motivational letter, supplementary documents, research directions, etc.).
