PhD in Software Engineering (Testing Web Applications) - Tenders Global

PhD in Software Engineering (Testing Web Applications)

University of Luxembourg

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25 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company
University of Luxembourg
Research Field
Computer science » Other
Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country
Luxembourg
Application Deadline
23 Mar 2024 – 10:21 (UTC)
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

About the SnT

SnT is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services. We play an instrumental role in Luxembourg by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent.

We’re looking for people driven by excellence, excited about innovation, and looking to make a difference. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place!

Your Role

We offer an attractive PhD candidate position conducting research in close cooperation with an industrial partner.

The successful candidate will join the SVV research group, headed by Prof. Domenico Bianculli. The team focuses on the development and design of reliable, safe, and secure software systems, carrying out both upstream activities such as requirements quality assurance and architecture analysis, as well as downstream verification & validation activities, primarily software testing and analysis. For further information, you may refer to: https://www.uni.lu/snt-en/research-groups/svv

The position holder will be required to perform the following tasks:

  • Carrying out research on the predefined topic: testing web applications
  • Proposing solutions
  • Implementing prototype tools
  • Producing results
  • Disseminating results through scientific publications
  • Preparing and organizing project meetings

Your Profile

  • The candidate should possess a Master degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field
  • The ideal candidate should have some knowledge and experience in a number of the following topics:
    • Software Testing
    • Model/Specification inference
    • Machine learning
    • Web applications
    • Java advanced (Spring and Hibernate)
    • Relational and document databases
  • The candidate must possess strong programming skills
  • The candidate should have critical thinking and team working skills
  • Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. Having proficiency in French would be a plus

Here’s what awaits you at SnT

  • A stimulating learning environment. Here post-docs and professors outnumber PhD students. That translates into access and close collaborations with some of the brightest ICT researchers, giving you solid guidance
  • Exciting infrastructures and unique labs. At SnT’s two campuses, our researchers can take a walk on the moon at the LunaLab, build a nanosatellite, or help make autonomous vehicles even better
  • The right place for IMPACT. SnT researchers engage in demand-driven projects. Through our Partnership Programme, we work on projects with more than 55 industry partners
  • Multiple funding sources for your ideas. The University supports researchers to acquire funding from national, European and private sources
  • Competitive salary package. The University offers a 12 month-salary package, over six weeks of paid time off, meal vouchers and health insurance
  • Be part of a multicultural family. At SnT we have more than 60 nationalities. Throughout the year, we organise team-building events, networking activities and more
  • Boost your career. Students can take advantage of several opportunities for growth and career development, from free language classes to career resources and extracurricular activities

But wait, there’s more!

  • Complete picture of the perks we offer
  • Discover our Partnership Programme

How to apply

Applications should include:

  • Full CV, including:
    • For each degree received or currently enrolled in, provide the degree, institution name, institution city and country, and date (or expected date) of graduation. Include the title and short summary of your final (Bachelor / Master) Thesis if you did one
    • List of publications (if any)
    • Name, affiliation and contact details of three referees
  • Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken
  • Cover letter with motivations and topics of particular interest to the candidate (approx. 1 page)

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

General information:

  • Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 36 Month (extendable up to 48 months if required)
  • Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
  • Location: Kirchberg
  • Employee and student status
  • Job Reference: UOL06280

The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 40952 (full time)

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Company/Institute
University of Luxembourg
Country
Luxembourg
City
Luxembourg
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