Summary
Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Belgium, is offering a fully funded PhD position in Symbolic Explainability for Logic-Based AI Systems. The position focuses on advancing research in Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI), symbolic reasoning, and logic-based AI approaches to develop transparent and interpretable AI systems. The selected candidate will join a doctoral research environment at VUB and work under academic supervision toward a PhD degree.
| Scholarship Details | Information |
|---|---|
| University | Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) |
| Position | Fully Funded PhD Position |
| Research Topic | Symbolic Explainability for Logic-Based AI Systems |
| Degree | PhD / Doctoral Research |
| Funding Type | Fully Funded Doctoral Scholarship |
| Location | Elsene (Brussels), Belgium |
| Field | Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Explainable AI |
| Duration | PhD scholarship (initial appointment with possible extension subject to evaluation) |
| Application Mode | Online application through VUB recruitment portal |
| Deadline | Check official vacancy announcement for the latest deadline |
Subject Area
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI)
- Symbolic AI and Logic-Based Reasoning
- Machine Learning Interpretability
- Knowledge Representation
- Automated Reasoning Systems
- Neuro-Symbolic AI
Location
Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
Elsene, Brussels, Belgium. The university’s PhD researchers are affiliated with academic departments and research groups while conducting doctoral research under supervision.
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants should generally have:
- A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics, Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Strong interest and background in:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Logic-based systems
- Machine learning
- Explainability and trustworthy AI
- Good programming and analytical skills.
- Ability to conduct independent academic research.
- Proficiency in English (required for international research communication).
(Applicants should verify the exact eligibility requirements from the official VUB vacancy page.)
Scholarship Description
The PhD project aims to explore methods for creating explainable and transparent AI systems using symbolic and logic-based approaches. The research will contribute to improving the interpretability, reliability, and trustworthiness of AI models by developing techniques that allow AI systems to provide meaningful explanations for their decisions.
The doctoral researcher will:
- Develop new approaches for symbolic explainability.
- Investigate logic-based AI models and reasoning frameworks.
- Conduct theoretical and experimental research.
- Publish research findings in international conferences and journals.
- Complete a PhD dissertation under expert supervision.
VUB doctoral positions are offered as PhD scholarships connected with research groups and doctoral programmes.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the Vrije Universiteit Brussel recruitment portal and submit the required application documents, typically including:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Academic certificates/diplomas
- Other supporting documents as requested in the vacancy announcement
Applications are reviewed through an academic selection process, which may include evaluation of application documents and interviews.
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