PhD-Researcher and Lecturer Cybersecurity

Tilburg University via AcademicTransfer; Nederland; Hybrid; EUR 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Home allowance

Internet allowance

Pension ABP

Generous vacation

Job summary

Tilburg University is offering a 6-year position in the Intelligent Systems (DIS) department that splits time 60% as a PhD student and 40% as a lecturer. The PhD project will be co-determined with the supervision team to focus on AI for cybersecurity, such as intrusion detection and root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities include leading practical sessions, grading, and eventually supervising thesis students, with Dutch knowledge preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, mathematics, ML, cybersecurity or related field, with expected degree before February 2027.
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, data mining, and/or cybersecurity.
• Excellent English and strong academic writing skills.
• Dutch proficiency preferred but not necessary for the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead practical sessions, grade assignments and exams.
• Supervise thesis students as the program progresses.
• Contribute to AI for cybersecurity research and PhD project development.

Skills

AI for cybersecurity

English proficiency

ML knowledge

Data mining

Education

Master's in CS

Job description

Organisation/Company Tilburg University Research Field Computer science » Cybernetics Computer science » Informatics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 1 Dec 2026 - 22:59 (UTC) Country Netherlands Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Not Applicable Hours Per Week 40.0 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Your position
The Intelligent Systems (DIS) department at Tilburg University invites applications for a 6-year position. The successful applicant for this position would spend 60% of their time as a PhD student and 40% as a lecturer. The candidate’s educational tasks include leading practical sessions, grading assignments and exams, and (eventually) supervising thesis students. The PhD project would be determined jointly by the successful applicant and the supervision team. The research will broadly focus on the use of artificial intelligence for cybersecurity, targeting applications such as intrusion/vulnerability detection and root-cause analysis. The focus will be on using AI to help human analysts make the right decisions. Please see the homepage of Prof. Sicco Verwer ( https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/nl/medewerkers/s-e-verwer ) for more information on possible research topics.

• Master’s degree in computer science, mathematics, machine learning, cybersecurity, or related field. If you expect to obtain your degree before February 2027, you are also eligible.
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, data mining, and/or cybersecurity.
• Excellent knowledge of English and good academic writing skills.
• Dutch proficiency is preferred but not necessary for the role.

Additional Information

Our offer
Tilburg University offers excellent benefits in a pleasant working environment:

• Employment of 1.0 fte (40 hours per week).
• The selected candidate will receive a contract for 12 months followed by a 5-year contract (after positive assessment).
• A minimum gross salary of €3706 per month up to a maximum of € 4599 in the 6th year. For the duration of 12 months, you are entitled to an allowance. The amount is the difference in salary of scale 10 level 0 and scale PR level 0.
• Vacation pay of 8% and a year-end bonus of 8.3%.
• Over 8 weeks of vacation leave.
• Hybrid working with home working allowance (€2 p/day) and internet allowance (€25 p/month).
• Reimbursement sustainable commuting: walking, cycling, and public transport.
• Options model for additional leave, pension, a bicycle or personal training.
• Moving allowance (subject to conditions).
• 30% rule for international employees (if applicable).
• Pension through ABP.
• Ample training offer: personal development, leadership, education, research or language courses.
• Inclusive work culture: everyone welcome, equal opportunities.
• A green, inviting campus that’s easily accessible by public transport.

The letter selection will take place on December 2. You will be notified as soon as possible thereafter. The first selection interviews will take place in December 2026.

The selection committee consists of:

• Prof. Sicco Verwer, Professor of AI for Cybersecurity, Dept. Intelligent Systems
• Dr. Peter Hendrix, Academic Director of MSc CSAI and AI & Cybersecurity programs

You will ideally start working for Tilburg University on February 1, 2027.

This vacancy has been published simultaneously internally and externally. In case of equal suitability, our preference is for an internal candidate. It is possible a screening for knowledge security may be considered necessary as part of the evaluation of candidates.