STI – Postdoc Positions: LIONS Group EPFL 1906 views

STI – Postdoc Positions @ LIONS group EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne)

The LIONS group at EPFL has several openings for postdoc fellows for research in machine learning & information processing. Please see our research interests.

Requirements:

1. Strong theory background in machine learning, discrete optimization, information theory, statistics, compressive sensing, or other related areas.
2. Strong coding skills is a big plus.
3. Candidates should have or be close to finishing a PhD degree in electrical engineering, computer science, applied mathematics, or a related field.
4. The working language at EPFL is English.

Project Overview

There are two (02) positions that revolve around the following two topics:

Project A: Bayesian optimization, bandits, & reinforcement learning
We seek to develop online algorithms for Bayesian optimization, as well as related problems such as multi-armed bandits, level-set estimation, & reinforcement learning. The algorithms will be characterized theoretically, and also tested in real-world applications including automated hyperparameter optimization with neural networks and personalized education.

Project B: Discrete optimization & submodularity with applications to subsampling
We seek to develop techniques for discrete optimization, with submodularity and related concepts playing a key role. These techniques will be targeted at the application of using data in order to optimally subsample for the purpose of performing a given task, such as estimation in compressive sensing or classification in machine learning. Specific applications will also be explored, including medical resonance imaging (MRI) with multiple coils.

LIONS provides a stimulating, collaborative and fun research environment with state-of-the-art facilities at EPFL. Personal initiative and independent research tasks related with the candidate’s interests are also encouraged.

How to Apply:

Candidates should send their CV, a research statement outlining their expertise & interests, any supplemental information, and a list of at least three (03) references with full contact information to the LIONS Lab Administrator:
Gosia Baltaian (gosia.baltaian@epfl.ch)

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CH-1015 Lausanne