Reference number: PA2026/2645Location: Lund, Sweden [Login and apply] Lund UniversityLund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 46 000 students and 8 500 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. Description of the workplaceThe Division for Secure and Networked Systems within the Department of Electrical and Information Technology works broadly with research within cryptography, computer security, wireless and fixed networks. The division runs several research projects through different research collaboration platforms and arranges workshops and seminar series, making the research at the division visible to larger audiences. Cross-disciplinary projects are formed through our research collaboration platforms and national and international research networks, contributing to a dynamic research environment. We are now looking for a doctoral student to work within cybersecurity and software engineering in a project funded by the Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research, SSF. Being a doctoral studentAs a doctoral student, you are both admitted as a student and employed at Lund University. As a doctoral student, you will be trained in a scientific approach. In short, you will be trained to think critically and analytically, to solve problems independently using the right methods, and to develop an awareness of research ethics. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work on projects, to develop your leadership and pedagogical skills. Throughout your studies, you will be guided by supervisors. Doctoral studies end with a thesis and a doctoral degree. More about being a doctoral student at LTH on [lth.se]. Project descriptionYou will work in the RESIST project and primarily contribute to the area of protection of distributed AI. RESIST is in collaboration with Linköping University, Örebro University and the research institute RISE and is a multidisciplinary research center that works with the rapidly growing area of developing conditions and techniques to protect future AI-based systems. The center is led by Linköping University with Lund University as a partner. Work dutiesYou will primarily devote yourself to your doctoral programme, which includes participation in research projects as well as third cycle courses, seminars and conferences. The main duties are to conduct research and teaching at the intersection of cyber-security and software engineering. The research focuses on automated principles for analysing program code. This includes how AI models can be used to analyze and correct software to ensure that it does not contain vulnerabilities. For example, it has been shown that AI-generated code often has significant security flaws. In order to use AI-generated code in high-security applications, the code generation process therefore needs to be made much more robust. The duties include evaluating existing techniques from a security perspective and identifying principles for automatic analysis and code correction. Case studies and experimental research are expected to be central research methods in the doctoral project. The duties also include participation in teaching and other departmental work (however, a maximum of 20% of working hours). QualificationsTo be eligible for admission and employment as a doctoral student, you must fulfil the requirements below. Admission requirementsA person meets the general admission requirements for third-cycle courses and study programmes if the applicant:
A person meets the specific admission requirements for third cycle studies in Electrical Engineering if the applicant has:
Additional requirementsIn order to complete the doctoral programme in question, the following are also required:
Other qualificationsFor the doctoral programme in question, the following are considered as other qualifications:
We offerLund University is a public authority, which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave, and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee [Work at Lund University]. About the employmentThe employment is a fixed-term employment at full time, starting as soon as possible by agreement, however no later than May 1, 2027. Third cycle studies at LTH consist of full-time studies for 4 years. In the case of teaching and other departmental duties, the employment is extended accordingly. Doctoral studentships are regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100), chapter 5, 1-7 §§. More about terms of employment for doctoral students on [Lund University’s Staffpages]. How to applyApplications shall be written in English and include:
We welcome your application. About the Faculty of EngineeringLTH is Lund University’s Faculty of Engineering. At LTH we educate people, build knowledge for the future and work hard for the development of society. We create space for brilliant research and inspire creative advancements in technology, architecture and design. We have nearly 12,000 students. Every year, our researchers – many of whom work in world-leading profile areas – publish around 100 theses and 2 000 scientific findings. In addition, a number of research results and degree projects are transformed into innovations. Together we explore and create – to benefit the world. We kindly decline all sales and marketing contacts. Employment InformationType of employment Contract type First day of employment Salary Number of positions Full-time equivalent City County Country Reference number ContactChristian Gehrmann, Professor Union RepresentativesSACO OFR/ST SEKO Application DeadlinePublished: 17.Sep.2026 Last application date: 23.Oct.2026 [Login and apply]
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