We are hiring!

We are looking for a PhD student with an interest in machine learning.

Our mission

We are a young research group working on robust and data-efficient machine learning models. To this end, we work on the integration of knowledge-based and data-driven machine learning, on deep learning for tabular data, and on machine learning for heterogeneous and multi-modal data. In addition, we are applying these methods to solve challenging real-world data science problems, e.g. in marine ecology or underwater technology.

In our research group, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive academic research community that welcomes and supports individuals from all backgrounds. We believe that a diverse group of researchers fosters creativity, innovation, and excellence in our research. Therefore, we seek to attract talented researchers from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, religion, and disability.

What you will be doing

  • Research in deep learning methods for the analysis of time series, e.g. Time Series Embeddings

  • Application of such state-of-the-art deep learning methods to a challenging real-world problem: Optimal control of pumps

  • Interdisciplinary collaborations with leading national and international researchers

  • Publishing scientific papers in high-impact conferences and journals

Requirements

  • Curiosity and high motivation to learn

  • Strong intrinsic motivation to develop machine learning methods and apply them to solve challenging real-world problems

  • Affinity to coding and good knowledge of at least one programming language used in data science, like Python or R

  • First practical experience with machine learning methods, e.g. in the form of a master thesis or a track record of machine learning projects (e.g. on GitHub)

  • Ability to work in a team and to communicate in an interdisciplinary environment

  • Completed university degree (state exam, diploma, master's degree or comparable degree) in data science, computer science, mathematics, physics or comparable

Our offer

  • Supportive and highly motivated colleagues

  • Fully funded position, TV-L E13 (fixed-term appointment for 2 years, we plan to extend your contract afterwards)

  • Opportunity to work in beautiful Rostock just 20 minutes from the Baltic sea

  • 30 paid vacation days

  • Educational programs offered by the University, e.g. presentation and writing skills or German language

Application

Please apply here.

You application should include:

  • A cover letter (1-2 pages), describing your research interests and why you want to work at the MDS group,

  • You CV, showing your education and previous employments

  • A transcript of records

Contact: Jun.-Prof. Stefan Lüdtke