The University of Stavanger is actively offering PhD Fellowships in Computer Science at the Faculty of Science and Technology,  Department of Electrical Engineering for the academic year 2022-2023.

The University of Stavanger International Scholarship is available for international applicants to pursue a PhD program in computer science. This trainee position will give promising researchers an opportunity for academic development through a PhD education leading to a doctoral degree.

The University of Stavanger is a university located in Stavanger, Norway. It had about 11,000 students and 1,370 employees, including academics, administrative and service staff, in 2017. The university’s motto is to challenge the well-known and explore the unknown.

The University of Stavanger will provide NOK 491 200 gross per year with salary development according to seniority in the position. A higher salary may be considered in special cases. From the salary, 2% is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities are eligible for this University of Stavanger International Scholarship.
• Eligible Course or Subjects: PhD degree in computer science offered by the university.
• Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
• one or more programming languages and collaborative software development tools (e.g. C/C++, Python, git)
• C-ITS and CCAM concepts, protocols, standards, and applications
• risk assessment and modelling, decision support system and vehicular networking

• How to Apply: To apply for this position, please follow the link “Apply for this job.” Your application letter, relevant education, work experience, and language skills must be registered here.
• Supporting Documents: The following documents must be uploaded as attachments to your application:
• Cover letter explaining your interest in the project and the relevance of your background and experience to the position. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
• CV with a full summary of your education and experience
• References, academic certificates/diplomas and other documentation that you consider relevant
• Diploma Supplement or similar and a confirmed conversion scale if this is required
• Documentation on competence in English, if this is required.
• Publications or other relevant research work
• Admission Requirements: Applicants must have a strong academic background and have completed a five-year master’s degree (3+2) within a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, ICT, telecom, C-ITS, transportation), preferably acquired recently; or possess corresponding qualifications that could provide a basis for completing a doctorate.
• Language Requirement: A good proficiency in English is required for anyone attending the PhD program. International applicants must document this by taking one of the following tests with the following results:
• TOEFL – Test of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based Test (IBT). Minimum result: 90
• IELTS – International English Language Testing Service. Minimum result: 6.5
• Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) from the University of Cambridge
• PTE Academic – Pearson Test of English Academic. Minimum result: 62