PhD Position, Applied Knowledge Representation and Reasoning (Digital History)

[Leon van der Torre]

The Individual and Collective Reasoning Group (ICR), from the Computer Science and Communications research unit at the University of Luxembourg, is looking for a:

PhD student (doctoral candidate) in Applied Knowledge Representation and Reasoning

He/she will be hosted by the interdisciplinary Doctoral Training Unit "Digital History and Hermeneutics" (DTU DHH), which will also provide the conceptual framework for the research. This DTU aims at creating an experimental trading zone for reflection on the epistemological and methodological challenges of doing digital humanities research in an interdisciplinary setting.

ICR is especially interested in the digital modeling of argumentation, generalized forms of reasoning, and knowledge dynamics in scientific and legal contexts, possibly exploiting NLP.

#   Ref: R-STR-3067-00-B
#   Starting date: 15th January 2017
#   Duration: 3 years (14+22-months contract, 40h/week), further extendable by 1 year if required.
#   Doctoral student status at the University of Luxembourg
#   Deadline for applications: 1st September 2016 (probably extended)

The successful candidate will participate in the activities of the ICR Group (icr.uni.lu) led by Prof. Leon van der Torre, which is doing research on

#   Logic and Knowledge representation
#   Deontic reasoning, Legal Natural Language Processing
#   Argumentation, Belief revision
#   Artificial Intelligence, Intelligent agents

as well as in the activities of the DTU (e.g. collectively organized skills training on digital literacy, organization of thematic workshops of the DTU). For a detailed description of the DTU and the thematic axes see:http://www.dhlab.lu/digital-literacy/digital-history-hermeneutics-dtu/

Your Role

#   Writing a doctoral dissertation in a relevant area
#   Presentation of research findings at workshops and conferences
#   Publication of scientific papers in peer-reviewed international journals
#   Possibility of participating in teaching activities

For further inquiries please contact Prof. Leon van der Torre:leon.vandertorre at uni.lu

Your Profile

#   A Master degree in Computer Science or a related discipline. It is possible to apply if the degree will be obtained soon (please specify in the application)
#   Dedication to actively participate in the interdisciplinary framework of the DTU
#   Solid background in knowledge representation and reasoning
#   Strong analytical capacity, creativity, and commitment
#   Good written and spoken English skills.

Our Offer

#   The University of Luxembourg offers a very international, dynamic, and well-connected research environment
#   Financial support (travel allowances) for participating in scientific activities (workshops, conferences, summer schools, etc.
#   Attractive salary and employment contract including social insurance contribution
#   Enrolment in a doctoral school with an interesting offer of various disciplinary or interdisciplinary courses and transferable skills trainings

Application (in English):

http://emea3.mrted.ly/14aut #   Letter of motivation which must contain
     - an explanation of the motives for participating in the DTU and of expected learning outcomes and career perspectives
     - a short sketch of a research project that fits the interests of ICR and at least one of the thematic axes developed in the DTU proposal and/or addresses the overall epistemological or methodological questions developed in the proposal
     - a motivation for the choice of the main supervisor (Prof. Leon van der Torre)
#   Full CV
#   Transcript of academic records (including grades) and copies of diplomas
#   Names of at least two references who are willing to write a letter of recommendation on the candidate's behalf (they may be contacted by us)

All applications must be submitted online. Deadline: 1st of September 2016 (probably extended).

The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer and applications by women are especially encouraged.

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