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PhD in Computer Science on Lifecycle Integration of Regulatory Continuous Compliance Malmö University in Sweden
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
This is a fixed-term, full-time doctoral studentship for four years of study. The position is salaried under Malmö University's local doctoral-student salary agreement. The doctoral appointment is initially limited to no more than one year and may be extended by up to two years at a time, subject to the applicable regulations.
Deadline
Nov 20, 2026
Country
Sweden
University
Malmö University
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Malmö University is offering a doctoral position in Computer Science focused on the lifecycle integration of regulatory continuous compliance. The project addresses how software-intensive companies can meet requirements from emerging regulations such as the EU Data Act, AI Act and Cyber Resilience Act throughout the life of a product, rather than treating compliance as a late-stage checkpoint.
The PhD research will investigate how compliance activities—including risk identification, assessment, monitoring, decision-making and reporting—can be integrated into software development phases, organizational roles and governance structures. It will also examine how automation and artificial intelligence can support these activities, how compliance responsibilities should be shared across teams and organizational levels, and how architectural and organizational choices affect continuous compliance.
The research is empirical and will use design science research, action research and case studies to explore real-world challenges with industrial partners. The doctoral student will develop empirically grounded frameworks, models and solutions that position compliance as an integrated, value-creating capability. These solutions will be validated in industrial contexts, providing direct practical impact for companies developing complex systems involving hardware, electronics, software, data and AI.
The position forms part of a larger Continuous Compliance project conducted in close collaboration with Software Center. The successful candidate will join a research group with more than a decade of experience studying continuous software practices such as CI/CD and DevOps, as well as continuously evolving systems that combine human expertise and AI capabilities. The work is hosted by the Department of Computer Science and Media Technology within Malmö University's Faculty of Technology and Society, an internationally oriented environment with research spanning computer science, information systems, software engineering and media technology.
Funding details
This is a fixed-term, full-time doctoral studentship for four years of study. The position is salaried under Malmö University's local doctoral-student salary agreement. The doctoral appointment is initially limited to no more than one year and may be extended by up to two years at a time, subject to the applicable regulations.
What's required
Applicants must meet the general and specific doctoral entry requirements. They must hold a second-cycle qualification, or have completed courses equivalent to at least 240 credits including at least 60 second-cycle credits, or possess substantially equivalent knowledge. Applicants must have knowledge and skills equivalent to a second-cycle degree in computer science or a relevant subject, and sufficient English proficiency for postgraduate studies. Selection considers subject competence, scientific quality of previous work, methodological and scientific maturity, communication and collaboration skills, and capacity to assimilate the education. Good English language and writing skills are meritorious. Industry experience is advantageous, particularly in regulatory compliance, the EU Data Act, AI Act, Cyber Resilience Act, DevOps, data or AI. The application must include a CV, diplomas and transcripts, relevant certificates, a research plan of up to four pages, and independent advanced-level work including a master's thesis or equivalent.
How to apply
Apply through Malmö University's recruitment system by clicking the “Apply” button on the vacancy page. Submit a CV, diplomas and transcripts, relevant certificates, a research plan of up to four pages, and independent advanced-level work. Applications may be written in Swedish, English or a Nordic language and must be submitted by 20 November 2026.
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