Doctoral and Postdoctoral Positions: The Chair of Explainable Machine Learning at Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg invites applications for Doctoral and Postdoctoral positions in the field of machine learning. The research focuses on enhancing the reliability, data efficiency, and generalization of neural networks, with applications in areas such as medical imaging and healthcare. The positions are available for a term of 3 years (2 years for PostDocs) with the potential for extension.
Doctoral and Postdoctoral Positions in Explainable Machine Learning – Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg
Location: Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg, An der Weberei 5, D-96047 Bamberg
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Completed University degree (MSc or PhD for PostDoc) with a focus on machine learning, pattern recognition, image/signal processing, applied mathematics, statistics, or comparable.
- Fluent in established programming languages (e.g., Python, C++).
- Ability to work in a highly analytical, structured, and autonomous fashion.
- Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of German is helpful.
- PostDoc applicants should demonstrate a strong track record of published research.
Description: The research group focuses on machine learning methods to improve the interpretability, robustness, and efficiency of neural networks. Research topics include robustness and generalization of neural networks, outlier detection, data-efficient algorithms, self-supervised learning, representation learning, image reconstruction, segmentation, object detection, and medical image analysis. The positions involve supporting research and teaching efforts, conducting independent research, and presenting research results at national and international conferences.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a complete application, including a brief letter of motivation, CV, transcripts, and optionally a research project proposal, publication record, and contact details of two references. Applications should be sent electronically as a single PDF file to Prof. Dr. Christian Ledig at christian.ledig@uni-bamberg.de, stating the earliest possible starting date.
Last Date for Apply: Applications received until 12 April 2024, will be reviewed latest by April 19, 2024. Applications will continue to be reviewed until the positions are filled.
General: Otto-Friedrich-University Bamberg is committed to increasing the ratio of women in research and teaching, encouraging qualified women to apply. Applicants with disabilities will have preference at otherwise equal qualification. The university is certified as a family-friendly university, focusing on the compatibility of family and career.
Contact: Prof. Dr. Christian Ledig
Email: christian.ledig@uni-bamberg.de
Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg, An der Weberei 5, D-96047 Bamberg
