[agents] 3 PhD Positions in Algorithmic Decision Making @ HPI (Germany)

[Niclas Böhmer]

[Please share with interested students, and apologies for cross-posting]


The Algorithmic Decision Making and Society group at the 
Hasso-Plattner-Institute (HPI) in Potsdam, Germany invites applications for

3 Fully-Funded PhD Students

We seek motivated candidates interested in developing fair and 
efficientalgorithmic decision making systems for problems involving 
different stakeholders with conflicting objectives. Specific areas of 
interest include computational social choice, fairness & transparency in 
AI selection systems, and AI for public health (e.g., allocating scarce 
societal resources).

Environment

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    Work in a newly established, ambitious research group following a
    collaborative, supportive, and communication-forward approach.

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    The Hasso-Plattner-Institute at the University of Potsdam is one of
    Germany's top-ranked computer science institutes with strong
    connections to international research institutions and industry
    partners. The group is located at the modern Campus Griebnitzsee, at
    the border to Berlin.


Conditions

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    Freedom and support to develop an individual research agenda.

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    Generous travel funding for conferences and research visits.

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    One of the three positions comes with teaching responsibilities. All
    three positions are full-time positions.

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    The starting date is highly flexible, with September 1, 2024 being
    the earliest starting date.


Requirements

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    An excellent degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related
    field (or close to completion).

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    Enthusiasm for analytical problem-solving, passion for research, and
    motivation to complete a PhD in ~4 years.

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    Proficiency in German is not required.


Please send applications via email to jobs at niclas-boehmer.com by July 
12, 2024, including:

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    Your CV,

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    Your most recent thesis,

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    1-3 reference letters or contact details for 1-3 referees (e.g.,
    your thesis adviser),

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    A brief, informal description of your areas of interest, and

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    Any additional information you deem relevant.

Informal announcements of applications are appreciated, and applications 
will be kept open until all positions are filled. If you have any 
questions or are unsure whether you want to apply, please don’t hesitate 
to reach out and visit niclas-boehmer.com/jobs 
<http://niclas-boehmer.com/jobs>for additional information!
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