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Two PhD positions in the area of AI for Software Evolution

Ever heard of Lehman’s Laws of Software Evolution, a set of principles formulated by Meir M. Lehman?

They describe the behavior and progression of software systems over time, highlighting aspects such as continuing change, increasing complexity, and the need for regular adaptation to prevent that a software system becomes progressively less useful.

Ready to tackle Lehman’s Laws of Software Evolution using state-of-the-art AI in terms of your PhD project?


Your opportunities:

  • Conduct pioneering research in software engineering.
  • Collaborate with renowned experts in the field.
  • Develop your individual solutions for relevant software engineering challenges.
  • Publish your findings in top-tier academic journals and conferences.
  • Mentor and inspire the next generation of software engineers.

What we can offer:

  • A young and vital research group.
  • Traveling support for outreach and dissemination activities to international conferences.
  • Access to state-of-the-art laboratories and resources.
  • Competitive salary according to the regulations of the SNSF.

What we expect:

  • A Master’s degree in Computer Science or related fields.
  • Good programming skills and a solid understanding of software development methodologies.
  • Creativity and joy in solving problems.
  • A strong desire for learning and a keen interest in fostering innovation.
  • A passion for contributing a lasting impact on the future of software engineering.

Interested? Any open questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us!

We are looking forward to your application (consisting of at least a CV and short letter of motivation), which you may directly send to Prof. Timo Kehrer.