PhD Position in Predicting the Energy Consumption of AI Algorithms, Netherlands

  •  PhD
  •  07-Sep-2025
  •   Netherlands
  • $$  Monthly salary starting at €3,059 (increasing to €3,881), plus holiday allowance and end-of-year bonus

Radboud University is offering a PhD Position in Predicting the Energy Consumption of AI Algorithms for the academic session 2025/2026. Join a multidisciplinary team to develop innovative methods for assessing and optimizing the environmental impact of large-scale AI systems.

To be eligible for this PhD position, applicants must hold a master’s degree in Computing Science, Information Science, or a closely related field. They should have a strong interest in sustainability, privacy, and security within AI systems. Candidates must be motivated to work in a multidisciplinary team involving AI experts, educators, and industry partners, and should be committed to conducting applied research with practical and lasting impact.

Radboud University is a prominent public research university established in 1923 located in Nijmegen, Netherlands. Known for its high-quality, internationally accredited education and research, it consistently ranks among the top universities globally. The university boasts a green and modern campus, housing seven faculties offering a wide range of Bachelor’s and Master’s programs, many of which are taught in English.

Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen Information

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PhD Position in Predicting the Energy Consumption of AI Algorithms, Netherlands Established in 1923, Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen (Radboud University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Nijmegen (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Gelderland. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen (RU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen (RU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 96 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities are eligible to apply

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in Computing Science, Information Science, or closely related fields

  • Admissible Criteria:

    • Must hold a Master’s degree in Computing Science, Information Science, or a closely related discipline

    • Demonstrated knowledge of or interest in privacy, security, and environmental sustainability in computing

    • Willingness to work in a multidisciplinary environment with AI experts, educators, and industry partners

    • Strong interest in applied research with practical, sustainable outcomes.

Offered Benefits

  • Temporary full-time (1.0 FTE) contract for 1.5 years, extendable to 4 years upon positive evaluation

  • Competitive monthly salary ranging from €3,059 to €3,881

  • 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus

  • Flexible working hours, hybrid work options, and excellent work-life balance arrangements

  • Up to 41 annual leave days (for full-time employment)

  • Access to Radboud University’s Software Energy Lab, sports facilities, and professional development programs

  • Join an internationally recognized research institute and contribute to the largest public AI and education initiative worldwide (NOLAI).

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply via the official Radboud University portal by 07 September 2025. Applications must be addressed to Dr. Bernard van Gastel. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews on 18 September 2025.
Apply now: Visit Radboud University’s Job Portal

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