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PhD Research Fellow in Algorithms at the University of Bergen University of Bergen in Norway
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Fixed-term PhD research fellow position for 3 years, with the possibility of a 4th year contingent on qualifications and teaching needs. Salary is NOK 593,700 gross annually in state salary scale, with pension and welfare benefits.
Deadline
Expired
Country
Norway
University
University of Bergen
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PhD Research Fellow in Algorithms at the Department of Informatics, University of Bergen (UiB), Norway.
This PhD opening is part of the ERC Advanced project New Horizons of Parameterized Complexity (NewPC). The research focuses on algorithms, theoretical computer science, parameterized complexity, and multivariate algorithmic/complexity tools for optimization problems involving geometric and algebraic objects such as points, vectors, linear spaces, and matrices.
Eligibility highlights: applicants should have a master’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science/Informatics, or have submitted the master’s thesis before the deadline; the master’s degree must be awarded before employment. Strong background in algorithms and theoretical computer science is required. Publications in top TCS or AI venues are an advantage. Good English skills, independent work, structured working style, and collaborative ability are expected.
Funding and terms: fixed-term PhD research fellow position for 3 years, with a possible 4th year depending on qualifications and teaching needs. Salary is NOK 593,700 gross per year, plus pension and welfare benefits.
How to apply: submit the required application materials in Jobbnorge, including a motivation statement, detailed qualification statement, CV, transcripts/diplomas, referee contacts, English documentation if required, and publication list. Deadline: 10 August 2026.
Supervisory contacts: Professor Fedor Fomin and Associate Professor Kirill Simonov, Department of Informatics, University of Bergen.
Funding details
Fixed-term PhD research fellow position for 3 years, with the possibility of a 4th year contingent on qualifications and teaching needs. Salary is NOK 593,700 gross annually in state salary scale, with pension and welfare benefits.
What's required
Applicants must hold a master's degree or equivalent education in Computer Science (Informatics), or have submitted the master's thesis for assessment before the deadline, with the master's degree awarded as a condition of employment. Experience and competence in Algorithms and Theoretical Computer Science are required. Research experience documented by publications in top venues in Theoretical Computer Science or AI is an advantage. Applicants must be able to work independently and in a structured manner, show good collaborative skills, and have good written and oral English skills. Admission/enrolment requirements for the PhD programme at the Faculty of Science and Technology must be satisfied.
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