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Postdoctoral Position on Multimedia Analysis in the HAICu Project, Netherlands

Utrecht University is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Position on Multimedia Analysis in the HAICu Project. The award is open for the academic session 2024/2025.

To be eligible, applicants must have a PhD in computer science, artificial intelligence, mathematics, digital journalism, or a related field. They should have experience with machine learning, an interest in using AI for social good, and strong teamwork skills.

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Established in 1636, Utrecht University (UU) is one of the oldest and most prestigious public research universities in the Netherlands and Europe. Located in Utrecht, it boasts a diverse student body of over 40,000 from more than 110 countries and offers around 200 academic programs across seven faculties, including humanities, science, law, and medicine. The university is recognized for its high-quality research output, with approximately 8,500 publications annually and a budget of €1.1 billion.

Application Deadline: 13 November 2024

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: Utrecht University
  • Department: Department of Information and Computing Sciences
  • Course Level: Postdoctoral Position
  • Award: Gross monthly salary between €3,345 and €5,278 (full-time), plus 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus
  • Access Mode: Online
  • Number of Awards: 1
  • Nationality: International
  • The award can be taken in: the Netherlands

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all nationalities
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for a postdoctoral research position in Multimedia Analysis as part of the HAICu Project
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
    • Hold a PhD in computer science, artificial intelligence, mathematics, digital journalism, or a related field
    • Have demonstrable machine learning skills
    • Show curiosity about societal issues and how AI can benefit the public
    • Possess strong teamwork and collaboration skills
    • Demonstrate excellence in multidisciplinary research and stakeholder interaction
    • Have excellent English writing skills.

How to Apply

To apply, candidates must submit:

  • A motivation letter indicating preference for one of the two research topics (visual/multimodal feature learning or audio/multimodal feature learning)
  • A CV
  • The names and contact details of at least two references
  • A copy of their PhD certificate or a letter indicating the defense date.
    The deadline for applications is 13 November 2024.

Benefits

  • A one-year contract, with the possibility of extension for up to two additional years (three years in total)
  • Competitive salary and benefits as per the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU), including pension, paid parental leave, and access to professional development opportunities

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