TU Wien, TU Graz, and JKU Linz are seeking exceptionally talented and motivated students for their joint doctoral program LogiCS to work in the following fundamental fields of computer science:

  • Computational Logic
    proof theory, computational complexity and automated deduction
  • Databases / Artificial Intelligence
    applications of logic to databases and artificial intelligence
  • Verification
    computer-aided verification, in particular model checking
  • Security & Privacy
  • Cyber-physical Systems
  • Distributed Systems

In the years 2018-2022, the doctoral college will admit 16 PhD students  where 30% of the positions are reserved for female candidates.  PhD students will be employed as researchers, for at least 3 years. Funding can be extended. See Financial arrangements for details.

Applicants may state their preference for an advisor or research field in the admission form. Assignment to the PhD advisor and one or more co-advisors should be decided at the point of admission to the program.

The positions will be filled on continuous basis, there are still some positions available.

Shortlisted students will be invited for two rounds of interviews by video-conference and face to face.

Who is Eligible?

We invite applicants from all countries to apply. Candidates should hold a MSc or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or related fields, and an excellent record of study. Candidates with comparable achievements (e.g., bachelor of honors) may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Previous knowledge in the areas of the doctoral college (computational logic, databases/AI, verification) is desirable but not required.

How to Apply

Please download the application form and follow the instructions below. All information provided in the application form must be accurate and complete. All correspondence will be made via e-mail using the e-mail address you have specified in the online application form. Please check your e-mails regularly and keep your mailbox ready to receive.

Email your filled out application form, together with all required application documents to dk-apply@logic-cs.at. The subject must be DKLOGICS.

Attach 2 separate PDF files as follows:

  • form.pdf
    Application form
    Important: The PDF form has to be filled out electronically and saved in PDF format. To ensure the data is saved properly, we recommend that you use Adobe Reader. We cannot accept scanned versions – the form will be processed electronically.
  • documents.pdf
    All other required documents in the order stated below. Please merge all these documents (except the application form) into a single PDF file named documents.pdf. The file size should not exceed 5 MB.
  1. Evidence of prior achievement
    Degree certificates (Bachelor’s and Master’s degree or higher) of a post-secondary education institution including course transcripts and an explanation of the grading system(s) used in these degree certificates.
  2. Abstract of diploma / Master’s thesis
  3. Curriculum Vitae
  4. Motivation Letter
  5. At least two letters of recommendation
    At least one of your referees should have a scientific background.
    If your referees prefer, letters of recommendation may be sent separately to info@logic-cs.at clearly indicating the applicant’s name.
  6. Certificate of English language proficiency (see below)
  7. Scan of the applicant’s passport
    Only the pages containing your personal data and picture.
  8. Officially certified transcripts of degree certificate(s)
    Only for non-EU citizens (excl. Swiss nationals).
  9. Optional: Research proposal

If the subject and file names were correct, you will receive an automatically generated confirmation email. Please recheck the subject and file names if you do not receive such an email! In case of subsequent corrections of a successful submission please contact us and do not submit the form a second time. If we receive two or more application forms from the same person, we will not consider any of them.

English Language Proficiency

Non-native English speakers need to ensure that their English proficiency meets the doctoral program’s requirements to fully benefit from their courses. The doctoral program encourages applicants to provide the following tests/scores for English language qualifications:

  • TOEFL score of at least 550 paper-based, 217 computer-based or 81 internet-based
  • IELTS score 6.0 or higher
  • CAE score B or higher

However, command of the English language can be proven in many ways, depending on a student’s prior education. To this end, students should hand in any language certificates, diplomas, etc. as a part of the application documents. Applicants’ adequate command of the English language will also be assessed during the application interviews.