PhD: Symmetry Breaking for Physics-Inspired Deep Learning

University of Amsterdam; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Amsterdam invites applications for a four-year PhD position focusing on symmetry breaking in deep learning and generative modeling. The project combines theory and empirical work, including algorithms and training of models on a HPC cluster.

You will teach labs and supervise bachelor and master theses; a MSc in AI/CS/Physics/Math is required, with strong math, Python, PyTorch or JAX, and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• MSc in artificial intelligence, computer science, physics, mathematics, or a related field.
• Strong mathematical skills and ability to build mathematical models of complex phenomena.
• Working knowledge of machine learning, including modern deep learning architectures such as transformers.
• Proficiency in Python or related languages.
• Familiarity with scientific libraries (e.g. NumPy/SciPy, PyTorch or JAX) is preferred.
• Interest in interdisciplinary research across AI/ML, CS, mathematics and physics.
• Fluent in English, both speaking and writing.
• Willingness to take on teaching tasks as a TA and supervise Bachelor’s and Master’s theses.

Responsibilities

• Conducting independent theoretical research, including development of novel algorithms and mathematical study of the dynamics of deep learning.
• Conducting independent empirical research, including coding, training and evaluating deep learning models on a high-performance computing cluster.
• Presenting research results at international conferences, workshops, and journals.
• Completing a PhD thesis within the appointed duration of four years.
• Assisting in teaching activities, such as teaching labs and tutorials or supervising bachelors and master students.

Skills

Mathematical modeling

Python

PyTorch

JAX

NumPy

Deep learning

Transformers

Machine learning

English fluency

Education

MSc in AI/CS/Physics/Math

Tools

PyTorch

JAX

NumPy

SciPy

Job description

The University of Amsterdam invites applications for a four-year PhD position focusing on symmetry breaking in deep learning and generative modeling. The project combines theory and empirical work, including algorithms and training of models on a HPC cluster.

You will teach labs and supervise bachelor and master theses; a MSc in AI/CS/Physics/Math is required, with strong math, Python, PyTorch or JAX, and English proficiency.