Tampere University's GPT-Lab hiring 3-5 doctoral researchers in generative AI and software engineering - apply by Oct 3, 2025

Doctoral researcher openings in generative AI and software engineering at Tampere University

GPT-Lab at Tampere University is hiring three to five doctoral researchers focused on generative AI and software engineering. Application deadline: 3 October 2025, 23:59 (Finnish time).

Based in the Computing Sciences Unit, GPT-Lab works across AI, software engineering, and human-computer interaction, combining fundamental research with production-grade systems in an international setting.

At a glance

• Positions: 3-5 doctoral researchers
• Focus: Generative AI, software engineering, human-computer interaction
• Unit: GPT-Lab, Computing Sciences Unit, Tampere University (Finland)
• Contract: 4 years
• Starting salary: €2,714/month (Finnish University Salary System)
• Deadline: 3 Oct 2025, 23:59 (Finnish time)
• Apply through the Tampere University application portal

Who should apply

• Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, data science, AI, or a related field. Students finishing by Dec 2025 are eligible.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Preferred: peer-reviewed publications in AI or software engineering.
• Preferred: academic or industrial software development experience.
• Hands-on with frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Hugging Face.

Selection process

• Screening
• Video submission
• Technical task
• Final interview

Employment and study admissions are separate. You must also secure doctoral study rights at Tampere University. See details at Tampere University doctoral training.

Why this matters for researchers

Work where AI methods meet software that ships. Publish, build tools, and collaborate with experts in AI, SE, and HCI.

The scope spans LLMs, developer tooling, and empirical software engineering. Expect measurable outcomes, reproducible results, and code that others can build on.

How to apply: practical checklist

• Write a focused research statement: problem, methods, datasets, expected outputs.
• Package a portfolio: publications list, code samples, GitHub links, and demos.
• Show concrete use of PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Hugging Face in your CV and repos.
• Plan your video pitch: your fit, prior results, and what you will build in year one.
• Prepare documents for study-rights admission in parallel with the job application.

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Timeline and next steps

Submit your application via the university portal before the deadline. Account for the time zone and leave buffer for uploads.

Shortlisted candidates move through the video, technical task, and interview stages. Keep your documents and code samples ready for quick follow-ups.

About Tampere University and GPT-Lab

Tampere University's Computing Sciences Unit hosts GPT-Lab, a group operating across AI research, software engineering, and HCI with partners in Finland and abroad. Learn more about the university here.