PhD Scholarship at Co-Innovation Lab: The Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU) is offering a full-time PhD scholarship in collaboration with Dynatrace at the LIT Cyber-Physical Systems Lab. This position provides a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research in software engineering and to contribute to the development of scalable software applications in collaboration with industry leaders.
PhD Scholarship at JKU/Dynatrace Co-Innovation Lab
Designation
PhD Student (Full-time, 3-year position)
Research Area
- Distributed Software Systems and Software Architectures
- Cloud Computing and Software Performance
- Scalable Data Processing and Querying
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organizational Unit | LIT Cyber-Physical Systems Lab |
| Entry Date | As soon as possible |
| Job Reference Number | 151020-2024-001172 |
| Location | Altenberger Straße 69, 4040 Linz |
| Minimum Salary | € 3,578.80 gross per month (14 x per year, CA Job Grade: B1) |
| Application Deadline | 02/10/2025 |
Eligibility/Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Strong background in software engineering with experience in one or more of the specified research areas.
- Hands-on experience in object-oriented programming.
- Desired experience with Apache Spark, Apache Flink, Apache Kafka, and Kubernetes.
- Proficiency in English (C1 level, both oral and written); German language skills are not required.
Description
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct research in software engineering, focusing on distributed systems and cloud computing.
- Lay the foundation for highly scalable, data-driven software applications in partnership with Dynatrace.
- Write a dissertation and publish research findings in academic journals and conferences.
- Collaborate with JKU researchers and industry partners locally and internationally.
- Supervise Master’s/Bachelor’s students as needed.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application, which includes a cover letter, CV, and relevant transcripts, to the contact person listed below.
Contact:
Univ. Prof. Mag. Dr. Rick Rabiser
Phone: +43 732 2468 4363
Email: rick.rabiser@jku.at
Last Date to Apply
February 10, 2025
This scholarship provides not only an academic opportunity but also a chance to develop skills in a dynamic research environment and to engage closely with industry practices.
