Ph.D. Positions in Machine Learning: CWI (Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica) invites applications for three full-time 4-year Ph.D. positions in the Stochastics research group. The focus of the positions is on “Machine Learning for Combatting Cybercrime.” Successful candidates will contribute to the development of new models, methods, and machine learning techniques to address the growing threat of cybercrime.
Position Details:
Ph.D. Positions in Machine Learning for Combatting Cybercrime
| Designation: | Ph.D. Student |
|---|---|
| Research Area: | Machine Learning for Combatting Cybercrime |
| Location: | CWI, Science Park Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Eligibility/Qualification: | Master’s degree in Operations Research, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics (or a related discipline), knowledge of data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Strong implementation skills are essential. |
| Job Description: | Develop new models and machine learning techniques for handling cybercrime activities, evaluate their effectiveness, and contribute to the Stochastics research group. Academic freedom in choosing specific topics within the broader range of intrusion-detection systems, active learning, neural networks, and more. |
| How to Apply: | Send a motivation letter, CV, two references’ email addresses, a grade transcript, a copy of your Master’s thesis, and preferably a list of publications to [Email Address]. Applications will be processed in order of arrival, and there is no fixed deadline. |
| Last Date for Apply: | Positions remain open until filled. |
| Terms and Conditions: | In accordance with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement for Research Centres. Gross monthly salary starts at €2,720 and increases to €3,484 over the four-year period. Additional benefits include an 8% holiday allowance, an 8.33% year-end bonus, flexible scheduling, and assistance with housing for expat employees. For detailed information, visit CWI Terms of Employment and NWO-I Jobs at CWI. |
| Security Screening: | A formal security screening will be part of the selection and hiring process. |
| Language Requirements: | A Toefl English language test might be required for residents outside the EER-area. |
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