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PhD University of Limerick: Privacy and Trust

CyberUnite


Expiration date: Monday, 15th September 2025

About the company

CyberUnite is a landmark research project funded under the HEA North-South Research Programme. The project is led by University of Limerick (Ireland) and Queens University Belfast (QUB) and partners Munster Technological University (MTU) and University College Cork (UCC). CyberUnite aims to secure c

Job description

PhD Topic: Systematic and verifiable method for auditing users privacy requirements

PhD Position: Privacy and Trust

  • This specific position is at the University of Limerick.
  • PhD Topic: Systematic and verifiable method for auditing users privacy requirements
  • Applicants should have a strong foundation in cybersecurity, AI, software (PhD1) and hardware (PhD2). Supervisors include Professor Donna O'Shea and Professor Tom Newe.
  • For more information around it, please contact Donna O Shea via https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-o-shea
  • Entry Requirements: BSc or BEng (Honours) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering
  • Stipend: €25,000 per annual
  • Duration: 4 years
  • Supports: PhD fees, laptop, travel, and consumables fully covered
  • Host Institutions: UL, UCC, MTU, or QUB

How to Apply

Where can I find out more about the programme?
You can read more about the programme and project here:
📌 HEA announcement - https://lnkd.in/eppeJTy5
📌 UL News - https://lnkd.in/eU52xxAq

Certifications

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Career pathway

Cyber Legal, Policy & Compliance Officer, Cybersecurity Researcher

Required experience

No prior work experience

Level of studies

Master's or equivalent level







Location

Ireland - Limerick

Working arrangement

Full-time

Seniority level

No prior work experience

Company size

-

Language/s required

English

Trainings in Cyber

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