ML PhD Track: Energy-Efficient Foundation Models + Teaching

Academic Positions; Belgique; Presencial; EUR 22.000 - 29.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Two-year appointment, renewable

Start date 1 January 2027

Fringe benefits: paid leave, bicycle,?

Descripción de la vacante

Ghent University invites applications for First Stage Researcher (R1) in the Computer Science field. The role centers on academic research toward a doctoral dissertation in machine learning, with emphasis on energy-efficient foundation models. You will help teach in the Engineering Technology bachelor courses and contribute to department services.

The position starts 1 January 2027 at the earliest. A two-year appointment with possible renewals is offered, plus extensive staff benefits including

Formación

• Master's degree in one of the fields: Applied Sciences (Engineering), Industrial Sciences and Technology (Engineering Technology), or Computer Science (informatics) or equivalent by start of appointment.
• Diplomas outside the EU require a certificate of equivalence (NARIC).
• Interested in academic and/or project-based research and services.
• Teaching experience or participation in extra training, conferences, etc. is recommended.
• Excellent teaching and communication skills.
• Sufficient knowledge of Dutch to provide academic education at Bachelor level.
• Knowledge of C++, C#, Java, Python, computer networks, UNIX and Windows Server is a plus.
• Scientific research skills (e.g., international publications) is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• At least 50% of assignment spent on academic research in preparation of a doctoral dissertation in Machine Learning, focusing on energy-efficient foundation models.
• Assist in teaching activities at department in bachelor level courses within Engineering Technology and Computer Science.
• Assist in internal and external services of the department.

Conocimientos

C++

C#

Java

Python

Computer networks

UNIX

Windows Server

Dutch language proficiency

Teaching and communication skills

Educación

Master's degree in Computer Science / Engineering (or equivalent)

Herramientas

NONE

Descripción del empleo

Ghent University invites applications for First Stage Researcher (R1) in the Computer Science field. The role centers on academic research toward a doctoral dissertation in machine learning, with emphasis on energy-efficient foundation models. You will help teach in the Engineering Technology bachelor courses and contribute to department services.

The position starts 1 January 2027 at the earliest. A two-year appointment with possible renewals is offered, plus extensive staff benefits including