PhD in Sustainable Generative AI Digital Sovereignty
Listed on 2026-10-11
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IT/Tech
AI Engineer (Applied/Software), AI Business & Operations, Systems Engineer, Data Analyst
Delft University of Technology
· Engineering Systems and Services, Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management
Netherlands
Apply by 01 Nov 2026
About This OpportunityDelft University of Technology is recruiting a PhD candidate to develop sustainable generative-AI approaches that support European digital sovereignty. Applications close on 1 November 2026 at 23:59 Europe/Amsterdam.
The project, within the Horizon Europe f-inference initiative, studies efficient inference and deployment of foundation models across the computing continuum. It combines generative AI, systems engineering, sustainability and digital-sovereignty requirements in sectors such as automotive, healthcare and digital industry.
Level PhD
Time Commitment Full-time
Duration 4 years; initial 1.5-year contract followed by 2.5 years after positive go/no-go assessment
Field Sustainable Generative AI and Digital Sovereignty
Specialization Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
Organization Type University
Funding & CompensationAmount EUR / Per Month
Funding Type Salary
Funding Status Paid
Period Per Month
Requirements EducationApplicants should hold an MSc in computer science, engineering, artificial intelligence, data science or a closely related field.
ExperienceA strong interest in generative AI, foundation models, sustainable computing, digital sovereignty or distributed computing systems is expected.
Technical Skills- Generative AI
- Foundation models
- Efficient inference
- Distributed systems
- Sustainable computing
- Machine learning
- Analytical thinking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Independent research
- Scientific communication
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