Doctoral & academic positions at Örebro University, Sweden.

Applications are now open for multiple fully funded doctoral (PhD) and academic positions at Örebro University, Sweden.Örebro University is inviting applications for several PhD studentships and senior lecturer roles starting in Autumn/Fall 2026. These are excellent opportunities in fields such as Computer Science, Cybersecurity, AI, Robotics, Media and Communication Studies, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, and Chemistry.

Most PhD positions are fully funded with a competitive monthly salary and include comprehensive research training, supervision, and access to strong international networks like the Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program (WASP).There is no application fee. Positions are open to international applicants from all nationalities who meet the academic requirements. Deadlines range from 3 August 2026 to 31 August 2026, so early preparation is recommended. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

PhD and Academic Positions at Örebro University:

1. Doctoral Student in Computer Science – Cybersecurity

Reference: ORU 2.1.1-04139/2026
Number of positions: 1
Start date: Fall 2026
Application deadline: 2026-08-03

Project Focus This position is part of the Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program (WASP). The research explores cybersecurity for embodied AI (robots and autonomous systems), including:

• How physical embodiment affects cybersecurity risks
• Self-awareness for vulnerability assessment in robots
• Dynamic reconfiguration to improve resilience against attacks

Supervisors

• Primary: Dr. Alberto Giaretta
• Secondary: Professor Mauro Conti

Salary: Initial salary: SEK 32,300 per month (full-time doctoral studentship for 4 years).

Key Requirements

• Master’s degree (second-cycle qualification) in Computer Science or related field
• Strong background in cybersecurity (system security, network security, or AI/ML security)
• Interest in interdisciplinary work at the intersection of AI, robotics, and cybersecurity
• Experience with robotics frameworks (e.g., ROS) or embedded systems is a plus

Application Documents

• CV
• Degree certificates and transcripts (Bachelor’s and Master’s)
• Independent degree project/thesis
• Description of research interests (2-5 pages)
• Other relevant documents

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2. Doctoral Students in Media and Communication Studies

Reference: ORU 2.1.1-02600/2026
Number of positions: 2
Start date: Autumn 2026
Application deadline: 2026-08-03

Prioritised Research Areas Your project must align with one of these areas:

DCM: Food and Health

• Communication of food, health, and sustainability on digital platforms
• Themes: commodification of health, nationalism and health, scientific expertise, medicalization of food

MISC: The Use of Audiovisual Media in Philosophy, Theory, and Science

• Audiovisual media in scholarly work
• Themes: scholarly video essays, media in philosophy production, transmedia aspects

SCOM: Public Strategic Communication in Times of Risk and Change

• Strategic communication in public sector organizations
• Themes: evolving practices, uncertainty and risks, expert knowledge legitimacy

Salary : Initial salary: SEK 32,300 per month (4 years full-time, with possible 20% teaching duties).

Key Requirements

• Master’s level qualification with at least 120 credits in Media and Communication Studies or equivalent
• Strong independent project/thesis
• Clear connection to one prioritised research area

Application Documents

• CV
• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates and transcripts
• Independent degree project
• Detailed project description (5-10 pages) clearly linked to one prioritised area
• Other relevant documents

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3. Senior Lecturers in Electrical Engineering

Reference: ORU 2.1.1-02188/2026
Number of positions: Up to 2
Type: Permanent full-time
Application deadline: 2026-08-17

Focus Areas Electrical Engineering at the intersection of robotics and autonomous systems, including control theory, signal processing, sensors, electronics, mechatronics, robot manipulation, perception, and machine learning.

Duties

• Teaching in electrical circuits, electronics, control theory, signal processing, etc.
• Research, publication, and funding acquisition
• Possible leadership roles in education and research

Key Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field
• Demonstrated teaching and research expertise
• 10 weeks of higher education teaching training (or equivalent, to be completed within 2 years)
• Fluent English (Swedish is an advantage)

Application Documents

• Covering letter
• CV
• Teaching portfolio (follow Örebro University template)
• Research portfolio
• Publication list
• Maximum 5 key scientific publications (full text)
• Degree certificates and references

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4. Doctoral Student in Mathematics

Reference: ORU 2.1.1-03373/2026
Number of positions: 1
Start date: Autumn 2026
Application deadline: 2026-08-17

Project Focus Analysis of ill-posed portfolio optimization problems in Modern Portfolio Theory and development of stable, efficient algorithms.

Supervisors

• Principal: Professor Mårten Gulliksson
• Assistant: Docent Magnus Ögren and Docent Stepan Mazur

Salary Initial salary: SEK 32,300 per month (4 years study + 20% teaching = 5 years total).

Key Requirements

• Master’s degree in Mathematics or related field
• Strong mathematical background
• Background in economics is an advantage

Application Documents

• CV
• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates and transcripts
• Independent degree project
• Other relevant documents

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5. Doctoral Student in Explainable Machine Learning for Neuromorphic Computing

Reference: ORU 2.1.1-01575/2026
Number of positions: 1
Start date: Fall 2026
Application deadline: 2026-08-21

Project Focus Part of the WASP-WISE project “Brain-inspired AI Design of Topological Magnets for Sustainable Computing.” Focus on explainable ML for neuromorphic computing in predictive materials discovery.

Salary Initial salary: SEK 32,300 per month (4 years full-time).

Key Requirements

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Background in machine learning, computer vision, neuromorphic computing, or AI is a merit

Application Documents

• CV
• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates and transcripts
• Independent degree project
• Description of research interests (1-2 pages) explaining your fit for the project

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6. Doctoral Student in Chemistry

Reference: ORU 2.1.1-04239/2026
Number of positions: 1
Start date: Fall 2026
Application deadline: 2026-08-31

Project Focus Part of the COAST PFAS project. Research on PFAS flows from land to sea, including analysis in wastewater, stormwater, and coastal environments using LC-MS/MS, high-resolution mass spectrometry, and other advanced methods.

Supervisors

• Principal: Leo Yeung
• Assistant: Felicia Fredriksson

Salary Initial salary: SEK 32,300 per month (4 years full-time).

Key Requirements

• Master’s degree with at least 120 credits in Chemistry or related field
• Knowledge in organic analytical chemistry and interest in PFAS research
• Experience with mass spectrometry and statistics is a merit
• Driver’s license is an advantage

Application Documents

• CV
• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates and transcripts
• Independent degree project
• Other relevant documents

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How to Apply:

• Visit the official Örebro University career portal
• Click the “Apply” button for your chosen position
• Prepare and upload the required documents (in English, Swedish, Danish, or Norwegian).
  Common Required Documents
  • CV
  • Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates + transcripts
  • Independent degree project / Master’s thesis
  • Research interest description or project proposal (length varies by position)
• Other supporting documents (publications, references, etc.)
• Submit before the deadline.

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