Connectionists: PhD Position in Artificial Intelligence at the Institute of Cognitive Science in Osnabrueck

[Kai-Uwe Kuehnberger]

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The Artificial Intelligence Research Group (Prof. Dr. Kai-Uwe 
Kühnberger) of the Institute of Cognitive Science invites applications for

1 Research Assistant
(Salary level E 13 TV-L, 50 %)

to be filled as soon as possible for a period of 3 years.


Description of Responsibilities:
The position involves participation in the research activities of the 
Artificial Intelligence Group with an emphasis on the areas of knowledge 
representation and ontologies, computational creativity, and cognitive 
modeling. The AI group is focusing on models for non-classical forms of 
reasoning, e.g. analogical reasoning and concept blending. The position 
includes teaching Cognitive Science courses at B.Sc. and M.Sc. level (2 
hours/week) and allows for further scientific qualification.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants are expected to have an above-average academic degree 
(Master/ Diploma), experience and interest in several of the domains 
listed above, basic knowledge in at least two of the following areas: 
formal logic and reasoning, development of algorithms, theory of neural 
networks, or practical knowledge in programming languages (e.g. Prolog, 
Java, ML/Scheme). Additionally, a good command of the English language 
is mandatory.

As a certified family-friendly institution, Osnabrück University is 
committed to furthering the compatibility between work/studies and 
family life.

As an employer, Osnabrück University is particularly concerned with 
creating equality opportunities for women and men. Woman with relevant 
qualifications are therefore strongly encouraged to apply for the 
positions. Preference will be given to women with equal qualifications.

Qualified applicants with disabilities will be favored.

Applications with the usual documentation should be submitted by e-mail 
in a single PDF-file to Prof. Dr. K.-U. Kühnberger 
(kkuehnbe at uni-osnabrueck.de) with a cc to office at ikw.uni-osnabrueck.de 
no later than April 21, 2015. Further information can be obtained from 
Prof. Dr. Kai-Uwe Kühnerger (kkuehnbe at uni-osnabrueck.de).
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