PhD in statistical theory for deep neural networks

The statistics group at the University of Twente (UT, in the Netherlands) has a vacancy for a Ph.D. student to work on statistical theory for deep neural networks. These networks are now state of the art for many complex tasks such as object detection on images, speech recognition and game playing. Despite these successes, deep networks are poorly understood. A statistical theory that explains the successes and points to possible limitations is highly needed. You will work on theoretical questions related to statistical risk bounds for deep neural networks. 

• You are a highly motivated and enthusiastic researcher (F/M);
• You have a M.Sc. degree in mathematics/statistics with solid background in probability theory and mathematical statistics;
• You have good team spirit and multidisciplinary curiosity, and like to work in an internationally oriented environment where many cultures meet;
• You are fluent in English.

Please send your application before August 31, 2019 via the "apply now" button and include:

• a CV (resume);
• an academic transcript of B.Sc. and M.Sc. education.

The intended starting date for the position is in October/November this year.

For more information please contact Johannes Schmidt-Hieber (a.j.schmidt-hieber@utwente.nl).

We offer an interesting temporary research position in a dynamic and international environment, combining the benefits of academic research with a topic of high societal relevance. The UT offers excellent working conditions, an exciting scientific environment and a green and lively campus with lots of sports facilities and an international scientific community.

• You will be appointed on a fulltime PhD position for four years, with a qualifier in the first year.
• You will have a full status as an employee at the UT, including pension and health care benefits.
• Your salary will range from EUR 2.325,- (1st year) to EUR 2.972,- (4th year) per month, plus holiday allowance (8%) and end-of-year bonus (8.3%).
• You can make use of excellent facilities for professional and personal development.
• You will receive good secondary conditions, in accordance with the collective labour agreement CAO-NU for Dutch universities.

The University of Twente. We stand for life sciences and technology. High tech and human touch. Education and research that matter. New technology which leads change, innovation and progress in society. The University of Twente is the only campus university of the Netherlands; divided over five faculties we provide more than fifty educational programmes. We have a strong focus on personal development and talented researchers are given scope for carrying out groundbreaking research.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Because of our diversity values we do particularly support women to apply.

The faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) comprises three disciplines that shape Information and Communication Technology. ICT is more than communication. In almost every product we use mathematics, electronics and computer technology and ICT now contributes to all of societies' activities. The faculty works together intensively with industrial partners and researchers in the Netherlands and abroad and conducts extensive research for external commissioning parties and funders. The research which enjoys a high profile both at home and internationally, has been accommodated in the multidisciplinary research institutes: Mesa+ Institute, TechMed Centra and Digital Society Institute.