Connectionists: Open PhD position in scalable, efficient machine learning

[David Kappel]

We are looking for excellent and highly motivated PhD students to join 
the /Sustainable Machine Learning/ group in the Department of Computer 
Science, Ruhr University Bochum.

As a PhD student, you will work on developing state-of-the-art machine 
learning models that can scale while being energy-efficient. These 
models will be based on core design principles of sparsity and 
asynchrony and take inspiration from biology/neuroscience. The work will 
be done in collaboration with academic and industry groups that develop 
biology-inspired low-energy neuromorphic hardware.

The appointment will be for three years, starting as soon as possible. 
Salary is 75% of German salary scale TV-L E13.

*We offer:*

- An attractive interdisciplinary environment in Machine Learning / 
Artificial Intelligence.
- Room to develop your own ideas in the project.
- Opportunity to collaborate with international university partners and 
industry.
- Infrastructure to integrate well into the institute and the group.
- Opportunity to do a PhD (Dr).

*Candidates for this post should possess the following:*

- A very good Masters's degree in mathematics, computer science, 
engineering, or a related field.
- Excellent programming skills (Python preferably).
- Good knowledge of applied mathematics and computer science.
- Ability to learn quickly and work independently, as well as in a team.

*Preferred qualifications include:*

- Interest in interdisciplinary research questions and cooperation.
- Hands-on/research experience with deep learning.
- Experience with machine learning frameworks such as 
PyTorch/Tensorflow/JAX.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Experience or willingness to collaborate with a wide variety of 
interdisciplinary partners.

*How to apply:*
Applications should be handed in via 
https://anandsubramoney.com/apply.html 
<https://anandsubramoney.com/apply.html> and should include the following:

- CV with contact information for two references
- transcript of records for MSc and BSc
- a statement of purpose describing your research interests and why you 
think you are a good fit for this position
- Application deadline: 11th of June, 2023
- Applications sent only by email will not be considered

Address informal inquiries to david.kappel at ini.rub.de 
<mailto:david.kappel at ini.rub.de> or anand.subramoney at ini.rub.de 
<mailto:anand.subramoney at ini.rub.de>

Travel expenses for interviews will not be refunded.

Ruhr-University Bochum is committed to equal opportunity in employment 
and gender equality in its working environment. We, therefore, look 
forward to applications from qualified women. Applications from 
appropriately qualified disabled persons are also encouraged.
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