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PhD in Web and Emerging Applications Security at Chalmers Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden

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PhD

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Computer Science

Funding

Fully funded doctoral student position from start. Fixed-term appointment of four years, with possibility to teach up to 20%, extending the position up to five years. Starting salary is 35,725 SEK per month (valid from May 1, 2026).

Deadline

Nov 27, 2026

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Sweden

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Chalmers University of Technology

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Computer Science
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Cybersecurity
Network Security
Data Privacy
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About this position

Doctoral student in Web and Emerging Applications Security at Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden. This PhD opening is in the Chalmers Security and Privacy Lab and the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, with supervision by Prof. Andrei Sabelfeld.

The project focuses on cybersecurity, web security, software security, privacy, and emerging AI security topics. Research tracks include web application crawling and security scanning, browser extension security and privacy, JavaScript server-side sandboxing, data minimization in trigger-action platforms, and security/privacy of agentic and AI-integrated systems.

Successful applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field. For applicants educated outside Sweden, a 4-year Bachelor’s degree is accepted. Applicants need strong English communication skills, documented research interest and/or achievements in cybersecurity or privacy, and the ability to work independently and analytically. Helpful background includes a thesis or project in language-based security, web security, or systems security, as well as experience with program analysis, formal methods, AI/LLM-based systems, publications, open-source security tools, or security competitions such as CTFs and bug bounty programs.

The position is fully funded from the start and is a fixed-term appointment of four years, with up to 20% teaching duties that can extend the position to five years. The starting salary is 35,725 SEK per month. Doctoral studies require physical presence for the whole study period, and a valid residence permit must be in place by the study start date.

Application materials must be submitted in English through the online application form. Required documents include a CV, personal letter, bachelor’s and if available master’s thesis with transcripts, and evidence of relevant work such as papers, reports, or software repositories. The deadline is 27 November 2026. Email applications are not accepted.

Funding details

Fully funded doctoral student position from start. Fixed-term appointment of four years, with possibility to teach up to 20%, extending the position up to five years. Starting salary is 35,725 SEK per month (valid from May 1, 2026).

What's required

Master’s degree (120 credits) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field; for applicants educated outside Sweden, a 4-year Bachelor’s degree is accepted. Strong written and verbal English skills are required, along with documented research interest and/or achievements in cybersecurity and/or privacy, and the ability to work independently and analytically on complex research problems. Preferred experience includes a master’s thesis or research project in language-based security, web security, or systems security; program analysis, formal methods, or AI/LLM-based systems; publications, open-source security tools, or participation in CTFs and bug bounty programs.

How to apply

Prepare the application in English and submit it as PDF files via the application form on the vacancy page. Include a CV, personal letter, bachelor’s and if available master’s thesis with transcripts, and evidence of relevant work such as papers, reports, or software repositories. Applications sent by email or incomplete applications will not be considered.

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