Summary
The Data Management and Biometrics (DMB) group at the University of Twente is offering a fully funded 4-year PhD position to develop new, data-efficient techniques for vision foundation models. The project focuses on reducing reliance on massive datasets by leveraging compositional structure, bias detection, and conceptual priors.
PhD Position: Compositionality for Computer Vision, University of Twente, Netherlands
Position Details
| Feature | Details |
| Designation | PhD Candidate |
| Research Area | Compositional Learning & Vision Foundation Models |
| Location | Enschede, Netherlands |
| Duration | 4 Years |
| Salary | € 3,059 – € 3,881 (Gross monthly) |
Research Objectives
The project aims to break the dependency on uncontrolled, large-scale datasets through:
- Object-Attribute Compositionality: Implementing structured concept learning.
- Bias Mitigation: Early identification of shortcuts and machine unlearning.
- Perceptual/Conceptual Priors: Designing self-supervised objectives that capture continuous similarity.
Eligibility & Qualifications
- Education: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Mathematics (with a major in AI, Machine Learning, or Computer Vision).
- Skills: Strong background in machine learning, excellent programming skills, and a solid foundation in mathematics.
- Soft Skills: Creative, analytical, excellent communication skills, and a strong team spirit.
- Language: Proficiency in English.
- Bonus: Previous experience in scientific publishing (e.g., CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, ICLR) is highly appreciated.
- Language Requirement: For non-native speakers without English-language education, a minimum score of 6.5 (IELTS) or 90 (TOEFL-iBT) is required.
Job Description
As a PhD candidate, you will work under the supervision of Dr. Nicola Strisciuglio and the Computer Vision Lab. You will have access to the Twente Graduate School training program, a travel budget for conferences, and the flexibility to work from home. The position includes excellent benefits, including an 8% holiday allowance, an 8.3% end-of-year bonus, and a pension scheme.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the University of Twente Careers portal. Your application must include:
- Curriculum Vitae: (Max 2 pages) including publications and two academic references.
- Cover Letter: (Max 1 page) detailing your specific motivations and qualifications.
- Academic Transcript: Full list of courses and grades.
- Language Test Results: (If applicable).
Important Dates
- Deadline to Apply: July 20, 2026.
- First Round Interviews: Second half of August 2026.
