The IBM Zurich Research Lab is the European branch of IBM's worldwide Research division located in Rüschlikon, Switzerland. We conduct fundamental and applied research that contributes to IBM's products, services, and solutions. The Business Integration Technologies group focuses on business process modeling and management as well as service-oriented architectures. We are seeking applications for

PhD students

who will join our group throughout the year 2009.

Applicants must have a very solid background in Computer Science, demonstrated by a University Master's degree in Computer Science with very good to excellent grades. During their studies, they should have acquired expertise in one (or more) of the following areas

In addition, very good programming and communications skills (English, oral and written) will be required. Applicants should like to work in teams, but also be able to drive a project of their own over a longer period of time. A strong desire to deeply drill into theory and implement own concepts is a prerequisite for a successful completion of a PhD thesis in our group. A demonstrated interest in doing research, for example by having actively contributed as a student to a research project, by having written a first publication, or by a research-oriented Master’s thesis, is a plus.

PhD students at the IBM Zurich Research Lab are offered a contract for 3 years. An extension to a 4th year is possible depending on research results achieved by the student. Students are expected to perform high-quality academic research, while working on an IBM research project. They will be supervised jointly by an experienced IBM researcher and a university professor.

IBM is committed to diversity at the workplace. With us, you will find an open, multicultural environment offering both women and men excellent opportunities to develop their social and professional skills. Students can explore an international research culture bringing together academics and industry, understand how IBM is dedicated to the success of its customers, learn about transferring research ideas into products, and become familiar with the latest IT technologies and novelties in IT services. We are especially encouraging talented female computer scientists to apply.

Interested students can send inquiries or should apply directly by email by sending a CV including all university transcripts by 1 November 2008 to

Manager Business Integration Technologies
IBM Zurich Research Laboratory
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