PhD in Compilation Principles for Reversible Languages (MSCA E-CoRe, DC7) - University of Copenhagen, Denmark

About the Position

The University of Copenhagen offers a Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions doctoral candidate position (DC7) in the E-CoRe doctoral network, working on compilation principles for reversible languages. The project studies how high-level reversible programs can be compiled into efficient low-level code while preserving invertibility guarantees, connecting programming-language theory with compiler engineering.

Hosted at the Department of Computer Science (DIKU), the project builds on Copenhagen's internationally leading reversible-computing group. Within the E-CoRe network, DC7 participates in structured training, cross-site secondments and joint research activities with European partners working on reversible and quantum computing stacks.

MSCA Conditions and Eligibility

The position carries the standard MSCA doctoral allowance plus mobility allowance, implemented through the Danish employment system, and MSCA mobility rules apply: applicants must not have resided or carried out their main activity in Denmark for more than 36 of the 36 months before the deadline. Candidates hold a master's degree in computer science or a neighbouring field and demonstrate strong skills in programming-language implementation, compilers or formal methods. The network's working language is English.

Highlights

• Compiler design for reversible languages
• Invertibility-preserving code generation
• Connections to quantum and low-power computing
• MSCA secondments and network-wide training
• Reversible-computing research group at DIKU
• MSCA doctoral allowance plus mobility allowance

Funding and Duration

Component	Details
Award or position	PhD fellowship / salaried position
Stipend / salary	MSCA doctoral allowance + mobility allowance
Duration	Three years (MSCA doctoral candidate)

Eligibility and Requirements

Component	Details
Applicant eligibility	Worldwide
Academic preparation	Master's in computer science or a related field; MSCA mobility rule applies
Language	English proficiency required

Application dates

Component	Details
Recruitment status	Open
Deadline	1 November 2026
Location	Copenhagen, Denmark

About University of Copenhagen

The University of Copenhagen is Denmark's oldest and largest research university, founded in 1479. Its six faculties cover health and medical sciences, humanities, law, science, social sciences and theology, and the university consistently ranks among the leading research institutions in Europe. Doctoral training is organised through the university's graduate schools, where salaried PhD positions and externally funded doctoral networks, including Marie Sklodowska-Curie actions, are advertised on the employment portal. A large share of the academic community is international, and English is the working language in most research environments.

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Contact

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Important Notes

• Application deadline: 1 November 2026 - late or incomplete applications are normally not considered.
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How to Apply

Submit your application through the official page before the deadline: 1 November 2026. Read the eligibility requirements carefully and prepare all requested documents - early applications are strongly recommended for competitive awards.

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Application guides

• PhD Interview Preparation: Research Questions and Clear Answers
• A 12-Month Study Abroad Application Plan for Master's and PhD Applicants

Official Link

https://employment.ku.dk/phd/?show=170133