Centre of Deep Learning and Bayesian Methods

The Higher School of Economics Centre of Deep Learning and Bayesian Methods in Moscow, Russia invites applications for postdoctoral research positions in the field of deep learning and Bayesian methods of machine learning.

The job involves:

-         working under the direct supervision of Prof. Dmitry P. Vetrov, head of the Centre, and Dr. Novi Quadrianto, Academic Supervisor of the Centre

-         participants are encouraged to pursue their own research in parallel with working on Centre of Deep Learning and Bayesian Methods’ research projects in 3 broad areas:

o  Deep Learning

o  Bayesian Methods of Machine Learning: variational inference, Gaussian processes, MCMC methods, graphical models etc.

o  Optimization for Machine Learning

-         writing research papers for international peer-reviewed journals in co-authorship with the members of the Centre

-         participation in organization of the events and other contribution to the Centre’s development

-         public presentations of candidate’s own research to the researchers in the field and the broader academic community

-         some teaching is encouraged, though not required.

The Centre offers access to its GPU servers.

Requirements:

-         a PhD from an international research university in such fields as: machine learning, mathematics, technical sciences,

-         a strong background in mathematics, mathematical statistics, probability theory, computer science, machine learning,

-         ability to work in a team,

-         fluent English

-         relevant experience is an asset although not required.

General conditions for Post-Doctoral Research positions can be found here. Appointments will be normally made for one year. 

A CV and research statement should be submitted via online application form and two letters of recommendation should be submitted by the referees directly to iri@hse.ru by February 15, 2018. Please note that direct applications to the hiring Institute may not be reviewed.

About HSE
HSE is a young, dynamic, fast-growing Russian research university providing unique research opportunities. For more information about HSE, please visit our web page: Higher School of Economics, Faculty of Computer Science, or contact Ekaterina Volzhenina directly.

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