Zurich is inviting applications for
1 fully funded PhD position in Computer Science (Algorithmic Game
Theory + AI/Machine Learning).
You will work with Prof. Dr. Sven Seuken on high-impact market
design research projects. Market design is a research field that
combines techniques from computer science, game theory, operations
research, and other fields. Its goal is to design new,
well-functioning marketplaces or repair ones that are broken. In
our research group, we study foundational market design questions
from an algorithmic and game-theoretic perspective. Current group
members work on a variety of projects including
machine learning-based combinatorial auctions, data markets, cloud
computing markets, financial markets, and equilibrium finding
algorithms. The focus of this new position will be on the
intersection of AI/machine learning, market design, and algorithmic
game theory. Most of our projects are funded by the ERC and the
Swiss National Science Foundation. We have an international network
of collaborators, including at companies such as Google and
Microsoft. We publish in the top conferences and journals in AI and
Economics and Computation.
We offer:
- a team of young and highly motivated colleagues who are
passionate about topics at the intersection of computer science and
game theory (in particular: market design)
- a competitive salary of approximately 55,000 Euro per year and
generous social benefits
- generous support for professional travel and research needs
- an opportunity to gain teaching/mentoring experience and support
for your career development
- an attractive work environment both within the research group and
beyond: the University of Zurich is one of Switzerland's leading
universities in the middle of a vibrant, cosmopolitan city that
regularly ranks as one of the cities with the highest quality of
life in the world.
You have:
- a master's degree in computer science or a related field (e.g.,
mathematics, economics, or operations research). Highly qualified
students with a bachelor's degree may also apply.
- an interest in topics at the intersection of computer science and
game theory
- strong mathematical skills and a good background in theoretical
computer science
- excellent communication skills in English (German speaking skills
are not necessary)
- prior knowledge in game theory, machine learning, AI, or
optimization is desirable but not required.
If you fit this profile, like challenging tasks, and are passionate
about research, then we would love to hear from you. Women are
particularly encouraged to apply. To submit your application,
please go to: http://www.ifi.uzh.ch/en/ce/jobs/phd.html
All applications received by August 16, 2019 will be considered.
Applications received afterwards will be considered until the
position is filled. The preferred starting date is September 9,
2019, but the exact starting date is flexible/negotiable. Further
information is available online at: http://www.ifi.uzh.ch/ce.
Prof. Dr. Sven Seuken
Department of Informatics
University of Zurich, Switzerland
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