PhD Scholarship: Machine Learning: Luleå University of Technology invites applications for a PhD scholarship in Machine Learning, based in Luleå, Sweden. This opportunity is part of the university’s commitment to cutting-edge research and its contribution to the development of a sustainable society. The successful candidate will join the Machine Learning Research Laboratory, contributing to a project focused on document analysis using machine learning techniques.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity: Machine Learning Research at Luleå University
Summary Table:
| Study Area | Machine Learning |
|---|---|
| Location | Luleå, Sweden |
| Reference Number | 2011-2024 |
| Eligibility | Master’s degree in computer science or similar; experience in machine learning, Deep Learning, and statistics; proficiency in English; ability to work independently and in teams |
| Starting Date | September 9, 2024 (or by agreement) |
| Duration | 4 years (with potential teaching duties up to 20% of full-time) |
| Last Date to Apply | August 30, 2024 |
Study Area: Machine Learning
Location: Luleå, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification: We seek a highly motivated individual with a Master’s degree in computer science or a related field. Applicants should possess experience in machine learning, Deep Learning, and statistics. Proficiency in English, both spoken and written, is essential. The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as in collaborative research environments.
Description: The selected PhD student will become part of a project focused on the application of machine learning methods for document analysis. This involves working with historical and modern documents, ranging from blueprints to circuit diagrams, and employing innovative techniques to enhance document recognition. Collaboration with regional and national archives in Sweden will enrich the research experience, providing opportunities for interdisciplinary engagement.
Duties: As a PhD student, responsibilities include conducting experimental and theoretical research, presenting findings at national and international conferences, and publishing in scientific journals. While the primary focus is on research, there may be opportunities for involvement in teaching activities.
How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to apply using the provided application button. Applications must include a CV, a personal letter outlining research interests and motivations, and copies of verified diplomas from previous educational institutions. All materials must be submitted in English or Swedish and marked with the reference number: 2011-2024.
Last Date to Apply: August 30, 2024
For further inquiries, please contact Professor Elisa Barney at elisa.barney@ltu.se or by phone at +46 920 49 2194.
Union representatives: SACO-S Kjell Johansson (+46)920-49 1529 kjell.johansson@ltu.se OFR-S Lars Frisk, (+46)920-49 1792 lars.frisk@ltu.se
In case of discrepancies between the English and Swedish versions of this announcement, the Swedish version prevails.
