Within the scope of the Türkiye Strategic Technology Human Resources Program, initiated by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) to contribute to the development of qualified human resources in Türkiye, doctoral programs will be offered at our University in four priority areas: Information Technologies, Hardware and Computer Systems, Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence and Smart Systems.

A total of 94 researchers will be employed as research assistants while pursuing their doctoral studies under these programs. Candidates will be selected based on a central written examination administered by Student Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM) and the specified evaluation criteria.

Application Dates: September 8–22, 2026
Central Written Exam: November 28, 2026

Priority Areas and Quotas:
• Information Technologies: 24 positions
• Hardware and Computer Systems: 11 positions
• Cybersecurity: 19 positions
• Artificial Intelligence and Smart Systems: 40 positions

For detailed information about the program, click here (in Turkish): https://www.yok.gov.tr/tr/news/yuksekogretim-kurulundan-kritik-teknolojilerde-buyuk-insan-kaynagi-hamlesi-yFV4a

For the procedures and principles governing the selection of students for doctoral programs in priority areas, their appointment to research assistant positions, and other relevant matters, please click here (in Turkish): https://personel.yok.gov.tr/documentFiles/1787925488205.doktora-programina-ogrenci-secilmesi-ve-ogretim-gorevlisi-atanmasi-usul-esas.pdf