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Phd / University of Stuttgart

CISPA & University of Stuttgart Germany PhD Scholarships in Software Engineering, AI & Security (Fully Funded)

Scholarship
Germany
On-site
Published May 13, 2025

Overview

Emphasis on quality over quantity

International team and culture of collaborative research

Description

Emphasis on quality over quantity

International team and culture of collaborative research

Opportunity to work with visiting professors from Berkeley, CMU, UCLA, KAIST, and others

Strong focus on real-world applicability of research

Flexible working conditions with support for diversity and inclusion.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

Hold or expect a Master’s degree in Computer Science or related fields
Be passionate about high-quality academic research
Have strong coding skills and interest in large-scale software projects
Be comfortable with technical writing and presentations in English
Be open to mentoring undergraduate students
Have a long-term vision and persistence for deep research

Additional Information

What Makes The Software Lab Unique

Emphasis on quality over quantity
International team and culture of collaborative research
Opportunity to work with visiting professors from Berkeley, CMU, UCLA, KAIST, and others
Strong focus on real-world applicability of research
Flexible working conditions with support for diversity and inclusion.

Degree Level

Degree: PhD awarded by the University of Stuttgart
Research affiliation: CISPA – a world leader in cybersecurity and software systems
Working language: English (no German required)

Available Subjects

Following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.
Software System Engineering
Cyber Security
Artificial Intelligence

Why Apply For A Phd In Software Engineering At Cispa

CISPA – Helmholtz Center for Information Security and the University of Stuttgart offer a collaborative, cutting-edge research environment that bridges academia and real-world innovation. Led by Prof. Dr. Michael Pradel , the Software Lab focuses on building reliable, efficient, and secure software systems using the latest advancements in:

Large Language Models (LLMs) for software repair and bug detection
Program analysis (static and dynamic)
Automated testing and differential testing
AI-powered software reasoning tools
Real-world systems in Python, Java, C/C++, JavaScript, and more

Benefits

Benefits: 30 paid vacation days, health insurance, and potential internships at Google, Microsoft, IBM
Real-world impact: Contribute to projects like Chrome, Scipy, Java Standard Library, and more

Eligible Nationalities

Open to applicants of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

Hold or expect a Master’s degree in Computer Science or related fields
Be passionate about high-quality academic research
Have strong coding skills and interest in large-scale software projects
Be comfortable with technical writing and presentations in English
Be open to mentoring undergraduate students
Have a long-term vision and persistence for deep research

Recent Achievements Publications

ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Awards (2025, 2023)
Tools like RepairAgent, ExecutionAgent, Testora, TreeFix, and DyLin
Research published at top conferences: ICSE, FSE, ISSTA, OOPSLA, MSR

How To Apply

To apply, send your CV and transcripts to:

software.lab.phd@gmail.com
Applications accepted year-round. Positions will be filled as soon as suitable candidates are identified.

Final Note

If you're looking for a high-impact PhD opportunity in Europe with strong industry connections, world-class mentorship, and a commitment to solving real-world software challenges — this is your chance.
Apply now to join the Software Lab at CISPA and the University of Stuttgart.

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Funding

Fully Funded

Organization

University of Stuttgart

Degree

PhD

Subjects

Software System Engineering, Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence

Nationality

International Students

Country

Germany

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