Doctoral Researcher (PhD Student)

Technical University of Cluj Napoca, Romania

Updated: 6 days ago
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 27 Jan 2026

19 Jan 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Technical University of Cluj Napoca
Research Field

Computer science » Computer systems
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions

PhD Positions
Application Deadline

27 Jan 2026 - 15:30 (Europe/Bucharest)
Country

Romania
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Part-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

NextGenerationEU
Reference Number

760070/23.05.2023 Collaborative Platform for Smart Agricultu
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The Technical University of Cluj-Napoca announces an open position for a Doctoral Researcher (PhD Student) within the project “COSA – Collaborative Framework for Smart Agriculture”, funded under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR).

The selected candidate will contribute to ongoing scientific research activities within the project and support the development of new research initiatives in the field of smart agriculture.


Where to apply
E-mail

oliviu.matei@ieec.utcluj.ro

Requirements
Research Field
Computer science » Computer systems
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Education Level

  • Graduate of higher education in engineering or fields related to agriculture
  • Enrolled in a PhD programme (Doctoral studies)

Skills / Qualifications

  • Background in smart agriculture, environmental monitoring, IoT, or data-related fields
  • Research interest in interdisciplinary agricultural technologies

Languages

  • English – good level

Specific Requirements
  • Contribute to the development of scientific publications within the project and future research projects
  • Support the training and consolidation of young human resources in research
  • Perform research activities related to:
    • Monitoring and forecasting environmental changes in agriculture
    • Sensors, IoT technologies, and data management
  • Disseminate research results through publications, presentations, and other scientific outputs

Level
Good

Research Field
Computer science » Computer systems

Internal Application form(s) needed
COSA_PhD_Recruitment_Announcement_EN.pdf
English
(244.97 KB - PDF)
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Additional Information
Benefits
  • Monthly Gross Salary
  • Participation in a national research project
  • Opportunity to contribute to scientific publications
  • Research experience in smart agriculture and digital technologies

Eligibility criteria

Applicants must submit an application file containing:

  • Application form for the recruitment and selection process and attached declarations (standard forms);
  • Curriculum Vitae (Europass format), dated and signed on each page, indicating the project and position applied for;
  • Copy of identity document and copies of diplomas; documents proving professional experience, where applicable;
  • Declaration of availability regarding working time, schedule, and employment period (standard form);
  • Proof of payment of the application fee (100 RON), according to UTCN regulations.

    • Additional documents required upon employment (if applicable):

    • Criminal record certificate
    • Behavioral integrity certificate
    • Medical certificate issued by an occupational health specialist (Order no. 4060/1502/2024)

    ⚠️ Incomplete application files will result in disqualification.


    Selection process
    • Publication of the job announcement: 20 January 2026
    • Application period: 20–27 January 2026
    • Eligibility check: 28 January 2026
    • Posting eligibility results & interview schedule: 28 January 2026
    • Appeals submission: 29 January 2026
    • Appeals resolution: 30 January 2026
    • Online interview: 4 February 2026, 14:00 (EET)
    • Posting of results: 5 February 2026
    • Interview appeals: 6 February 2026
    • Final results publication: 10 February 2026

    Additional comments

    🔹 Where to Apply

    E-mail
    gabriela.farcasan@staff.utcluj.ro


    Work Location(s)
    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    Technical University of Cluj-Napoca
    Country
    Romania
    City
    Baia Mare
    Street
    62A Victor Babeș Street

    Contact
    City

    Baia Mare
    Website

    https://ieec.utcluj.ro/
    Street

    Victor Babes, 62A

    STATUS: EXPIRED

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