PhD Candidate: Maritime AI Cybersecurity

NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology; Norway; On-site; NOK 522,000 - 638,000; Full time

Job summary

NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Ålesund invites applications for a PhD Candidate position focused on cybersecurity and AI in the maritime domain. The project is interdisciplinary, combining information security, artificial intelligence, maritime operations, and data engineering with partnerships across industry partners.

The appointment is part of the Norwegian Maritime AI Center, funded for 2026–2030, with about 25 doctoral scholarships.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, information security, maritime studies, marine technology, risk or safety management, human factors, engineering, or equivalent.
• Degree must correspond to a five-year Norwegian program with 120 credits at master’s level.
• Fluent/English language skills; eligible for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Complete the doctoral education until obtaining a doctorate.
• Carry out high-quality research within the described framework.
• Publish academic papers and disseminate knowledge.
• Participate in the Cyber-Physical Systems Laboratory (CPS Lab).
• Engage in activities within the maritime AI center.
• Participate in international conferences and research stays.
• Contribute to dissemination activities for industry.

Skills

English fluency

Security clearance eligibility

AI & cybersecurity interest

Education

Master’s degree in cybersecurity/AI/information security/maritime studies or related field

Job description

NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Ålesund invites applications for a PhD Candidate position focused on cybersecurity and AI in the maritime domain. The project is interdisciplinary, combining information security, artificial intelligence, maritime operations, and data engineering with partnerships across industry partners.

The appointment is part of the Norwegian Maritime AI Center, funded for 2026–2030, with about 25 doctoral scholarships.