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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sustainable Generative AI for Digital Sovereignty - **Company:** TU Delft - **Location:** Delft, Netherlands - **Salary:** €3,204.0 - €4,051.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Google Maps, Generative AI, Information Technology - **Published:** September 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.academictransfer.com/en/jobs/364287/phd-position-sustainable-generative-ai-for-digital-sovereignty/apply/ ## About the Role * MSc in computer science/engineering, AI, data science, or related fields. * Strong analytical skills * A strong interest in interdisciplinary research, and the use of AI in inter-oranisational context * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. * Excellent command of English, Doing a PhD at TU Delft requires English proficiency at a certain level to ensure that the candidate is able to communicate and interact well, participate in English-taught Doctoral Education courses, and write scientific articles and a final thesis. For more details please check the Graduate Schools Admission Requirements. ## Description Generative AI is widely expected to become a central element of digital transformation. Its flexibility and adaptability give businesses in many sectors an opportunity to innovate rapidly, respond to changing conditions, and lower barriers to automation. For society to benefit from these advancements, organisations need to maintain control over sensitive information and critical decision-making tools. Reducing dependence on external providers strengthens digital autonomy, while more efficient ways of running AI help align technological progress with environmental and energy targets. By designing systems that are sustainable, sovereign, secure, and efficient at the same time, this PhD project will support Europe's broader ambitions for responsible technological leadership., This PhD position is aimed at candidates with a Master's degree in computer science/engineering, AI, data science, or related fields, with a strong interest in generative AI. The successful candidate will be based at the Department of Engineering Systems and Services (ESS) at Delft University of Technology under the supervision of Dr. Aaron Ding, Dr. Marcela Tuler de Oliveira, Prof. Dr. Marijn Janssen. This PhD project involves close collaboration with partners from the EU Horizon project, and candidates will have the opportunity to engage with interdisciplinary teams involved in the project., * To conduct an in-depth evaluation of existing foundation models to assess their suitability in the digital industries, automotive and healthcare domains. Design sustainable inference strategies and framework towards the computing continuum. * Collaborate with experts from the f-inference consortium to design, develop, test and refine the design strategies and framework. * Work independently and contribute collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment. Project Impact: This project will democratise the access to advanced Generative AI technologies through practical tools that help businesses, particularly SMEs, adopt state-of-the-art AI models. The outcomes are expected to enhance competitiveness, support sustainable innovation, and contribute to a more inclusive digital transition across Europe., Doctoral candidates will be offered a 4-year period of employment in principle, but in the form of 2 employment contracts. An initial 1,5 year contract with an official go/no go progress assessment within 15 months. 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