CISPA Fully Funded PhD Positions in Human-Centered Privacy and HCI 2027

CISPA is looking for highly motivated PhD candidates to join our group at the intersection of privacy and human-computer interaction. In our research, we ask how intelligent and increasingly sensor-rich environments can respect human values and evolve responsibly alongside their users. For instance, we study how people perceive and mitigate privacy risks in emerging technologies, how AI can support privacy decisions without taking control away from users, and how tangible interfaces can make privacy more visible and manageable.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNot Specified
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorCISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Competitive full time-gross base salary for E13 according to the scale of the TVöD (German Federal Employment Agreement) 
• Comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance coverage, 30 days of paid vacation and a robust pension scheme.
• Possibilities for personal and professional growth, encompassing language classes, research support, as well as extracurricular and social activities
• Our onboarding team will provide you with all the necessary support for a seamless and successful start to your journey with us
• We maintain a trustworthy, inclusive, and safe space and are looking for curious and creative new colleagues willing to learn & grow in an enjoyable and friendly team atmosphere.

Requirements

• You hold a Master’s degree in human-computer interaction, computer science, usable privacy and security, or a related field.
• You have a foundation in HCI and empirical research methods and enjoy engaging with people as part of your research.
• You are interested in privacy and emerging technologies and are excited to develop and investigate your own research questions.
• You enjoy collaborative, interdisciplinary work. An interest in building interactive prototypes, including with sensors or hardware, is particularly welcome.
• Excellent English, but no German? CISPA is an international research institute. Knowing German is really not necessary, although daily life is a bit smoother if you speak a few words and if you want to learn German, we offer free courses.

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Eutopia PhD Co-tutelle Call

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applicatins are made via the Application Portal.

For more information, kindly visit the CISPA webpage.