[agents] JOB: PhD student position in Luxembourg in Knowledge Representation and Reasoning applied to Law

[Réka MARKOVICH]

(sorry for crossposting)

The Individual and Collective Reasoning Group (ICR, Department of Computer Science, University of Luxembourg), led by Prof. Leon van der Torre, is looking for

• 1 PhD student (doctoral candidate) in Knowledge Representation and Reasoning within the DILLAN training program

DILLAN – DigitaLisation, Law, And Innovation – is an interdisciplinary program for PhD students in Law and Computer Science (https://wwwen.uni.lu/research/fdef/dl/dillan), funded by the PRIDE scheme of the FNR (National Research Fund, Luxembourg).

In the context of DILLAN we are looking for someone with a special interest or background in one or several of the following areas:
- Knowledge representation and reasoning with applications to law
- Applied formal argumentation
- Explainable AI for trustworthy systems
- Experimental studies on explanation in legal reasoning
- Integration of non-symbolic and symbolic techniques

Your Task
• Writing a doctoral dissertation in the relevant area
• Presentation of research findings at workshops and conferences
• Publication of scientific papers in peer-reviewed international journals
• Moderate participation in teaching activities

Your Profile
• A Master degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
• Solid background in knowledge representation and reasoning
• Active participation in the interdisciplinary activities of our group
• Strong analytical capacity, creativity, and commitment
• Very good written and spoken English skills

Our Offer
• A dynamic, well-connected international research environment
• Financial support for participating in scientific activities (workshops, conferences, summer schools, etc.)
• An attractive salary and employment contract including social insurance
• Enrolment in the Doctoral School in Science and Engineering (DSSE) with a wide offer of disciplinary and interdisciplinary courses
• The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer and applications by women are encouraged

Application Documents (in English):
• Letter of motivation
• A one-page sketch of research interests and intentions in line with ICR
• Full CV
• Transcript of academic records (including grades) and copies of diplomas
• Names of at least two references willing to write a letter of recommendation (they will be contacted by us)

Basic data:
• Ref: UOL03643
• Starting date: September 2021 (flexible)
• Basic duration: 3 years, extendable by 1 year
• Doctoral student status at the University of Luxembourg
• Deadline for applications: June 30, 2021

Application through the University of Luxembourg’s recruitment site: Job Portal - University of Luxembourg<http://emea3.mrted.ly/2ppxg>

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Job Portal - University of Luxembourg





In case of question, you can contact dr. Réka Markovich: reka.markovich at uni.lu




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