Two PhD positions in Intelligent Information Systems at CentER Graduate School of Business

The Department of Information Systems & Operations Management seeks applications for two doctoral student position at the intersection of intelligent information systems, more specifically in digital decision making, artificial intelligence, and analytics. The two PhDs focus on understanding and modeling the conception, design, development, deployment, and regulation of AI technology in the context of complex (business) information systems. The study includes technologies and methodologies centered on leveraging data and information to facilitate digital and intelligent business decision-making through optimal human-machine cooperation and alignment.

As a PhD candidate you will primarily work on the development, implementation, and publication of your research. Both the PhD positions will be based in the Department of Information Systems & Operations Management. The department with their world class academic staff contributes to research published in leading outlets and aims to make an impact on industry and society at large. Faculty covers a wide range of research topics and methods and belong to the top 10 ISOM research groups in Europe. You will be able to benefit from the department’s strong research focus and its numerous resources (e.g., databases, research seminars, brown bags and reading groups, career planning, skills-enhancement workshops, international conferences, contacts with practitioners, etc.).

As a PhD candidate, you will be enrolled in the prestigious PhD program of CentER Graduate School of Business, receiving extensive training in cutting edge research topics in (for example): generative AI, machine learning, data analytics, econometrics, quantitative finance, and qualitative research methods. In short, you will benefit of:

Comprehensive Training: Receive extensive training in theory and methods through PhD-level courses (about 36 European credits) tailored to your educational background and research needs including scientific writing and English.
Expert Supervision: Work closely with three faculty advisors, including at least one senior advisor, ensuring high-quality mentorship and guidance.
Research Resources: Access numerous resources, including databases, research seminars, brown bags, reading groups, career planning, skills-enhancement workshops, and international conferences.
Financial Support: That includes a personal computer, cloud-based computation, as well as travel budget for attending PhD-level courses outside CentER, work visits, and conferences.
Collaborative Environment: Engage with an (inter)national research group and collaborate with leading institutions in the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Italy.
Teaching Experience: Dedicate 20% of your time to acquiring academic skills through teaching courses and supervising master’s and bachelor’s theses within the department.