Postdoc in Computer Science – Cybersecurity

Publiceringsdatum: 2026-06-23

Letar du efter anställning inom pedagogik? En möjlighet har öppnat upp för dig att börja arbeta som postdoktor/postdoc hos Tekniska Högskolan i Jönköping Aktiebolag. Tekniska Högskolan i Jönköping Aktiebolag söker för närvarande efter personal på heltid för en tjänst 6 månader eller längre. Kolla in deras jobbannons för mer information.

Arbetsplatsen ligger nära tillhands om du är bosatta i Jönköping som är tjänsteorten. Om du letar efter en spännande karriär inom postdoktor/postdoc-branschen, har Tekniska Högskolan i Jönköping Aktiebolag just nu ett ledigt jobb som kan vara av intresse. Sista ansökningsdagen till jobbet som postdoktor/postdoc hos Tekniska Högskolan i Jönköping Aktiebolag är måndag den trettioförsta augusti 2026.

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Take the opportunity to become part of a growing team in the Cybersecurity and AI area. 

We have some of the highest application numbers in Sweden for our bachelor’s programmes in Networking, Infrastructure and Cybersecurity, and Graphic Design and Web Development. We also offer a popular master’s programme in Cybersecurity. For more information, visit Department of Computer Science and Informatics.

We invite applications for a postdoctoral researcher to join our research team in exploring the intersection of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) with a human-centered focus. The position is shared between the Cybersecurity and Privacy Research Group (CPR) and the Human-Centered Technology Group (HCT).

The position is focused on the intersection of Cybersecurity and AI within the project SAVIOR (AI-Supported Alert Validation for Industrial SOC (Security Operations Center) Response). SAVIOR focuses on reducing the need for manual communication during the validation process and post-incident analysis reporting within an end-to-end SOC ecosystem comprising a technology provider, a SOC operator, and SOC customers. 

We are seeking a candidate with a strong publication record to conduct daring research in this interdisciplinary and fast-moving field.

Job description

You will conduct research during 80% of your time in some of the relevant areas mentioned, while the remaining 20% will be spent on teaching or other administrative duties in courses relevant to your competencies. 

We offer you 

• A dynamic working environment at a collaborative, internationally connected, and globally oriented university;
• A possibility to continue your academic career within the field of Computer Science;
• Teaching in programmes with a close connection to the industry, where all students gain experience from internships;
• A workplace in the city center of Jönköping, surrounded by nature and lakes, but also near several airports and public transport;
• Help to relocate and settle in Jönköping.

More information for international employees about Jönköping University as a workplace and living in Jönköping. 

Qualifications 

We are seeking a candidate who:

• has been awarded a doctoral degree in Computer Science, Informatics, Cybersecurity, AI, Machine Learning (ML), Data Science, or another closely related subject, no more than three years before the application deadline;
• has documented knowledge of AI and ML;
• has demonstrated research experience in areas such as cybersecurity, AI-supported systems, data-driven security, or closely related fields;
• has experience in implementing, evaluating, or applying AI/ML-based methods, for example, ML, generative AI, retrieval-augmented generation, explainable AI, anomaly detection, or decision-support systems;
• has a strong publication record relative to career stage;
• has the ability to conduct independent research while also collaborating in interdisciplinary research environments.

It is meritorious if you

• have experience working with SOCs, SOC workflows, SOC data, alert validation, incident response, or post-incident analysis;
• have experience in human-computer interaction, human-centered AI, explainable AI, or user-centered design;
• have experience designing, conducting, and analysing empirical studies, for example, user studies, interviews, experiments, or field studies;
• have experience collaborating with industry or other external stakeholders;
• have a good ability to communicate in both spoken and written Swedish.

For complete eligibility requirements for a position as a Postdoc at Jönköping University, see the applicable parts of the"Regulations for the employment of teachers at Jönköping University." 

Information 

The position is a temporary 100% employment for 2 years, starting 2026-10-01 or by agreement. Collective agreements and individual wages apply. 

We value having an organization made up of diverse skills, experiences, and abilities, which is why we encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to equality and diversity within our organization. 

More information regarding the recruitment process is in our "Appointment procedure". 

Welcome with your application, no later than 2026-08-31

Your application is preferred in PDF form and should include: 

• Cover letter,
• CV, 
• PhD thesis,
• Certified copies of certificates and diplomas.

Tekniska Högskolan är en av fyra fackhögskolor vid Jönköping University. Vi erbjuder attraktiva tekniska utbildningar på grund- och avancerad nivå och bedriver avancerad forskning inom en rad teknikområden. Tekniska Högskolan har examensrättigheter för forskarutbildning inom den övergripande inriktningen industriell produktframtagning. Genom samverkan utvecklar vi ny teknik och sprider ny kunskap för att stärka företags konkurrenskraft. Tekniska Högskolan har tilldelats ackrediteringen ”Engaged University” av den internationella organisationen ACEEU (Accreditation Council for Entrepreneurial and Engaged Universities) och fått betyget ”Excellent” i tre kategorier. Hos oss arbetar du nära dina kollegor i en internationell miljö med stora möjligheter att påverka och utvecklas.

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