PhD Positions
I am looking for PhD Students in the following areas. There are deadlines in November, December and January. Contact early to increase your chances.
Machine Learning, Optimization and adaptation.
We are looking for students interested in the theory and practice of machine learning and optimization. The project will involve a combination of machine learning, optimization and data analysis.
Topics can include for example:
- Optimization algorithms for machine learning
- Analysis of generative models
- Training dynamics of neural networks
- Fine tuning generative models.
- Gradient free optimisation
Private and Secure Machine Learning.
One of the major challenges in current machine learning is the privacy and security of data, as well as of the models or algorithms in use. We are looking for student interested in creating algorithms and protocols for private and secure machine learning.
Topics can include for example:
- Differential privacy and differentially private machine learning
- Cryptography and zero knowledge proofs for machine learning and datascience
- Secure protocols for collaborative learning
- Attacks, defenses and provenance in Generative models.
Biomedical AI -- Protein and Drug Design.
We are looking for students interested in applying machine learning to biomedical problems, especially protein and drug design. The project will involve a combination of machine learning, optimization and biomedical data analysis.
Topics can include for example:
- Protein structure prediction and design
- Drug discovery and optimization
- Generative models for drugs and proteins
Students in our group typically study the following areas, with a lot of freedom in choice of combination of topics.
Learn More
For detailed information about our lab and research areas, visit our lab research page.
Postdoctoral Positions
No postdoctoral positions are currently available. This page will be updated when new positions open.
How to Apply
Contact Dr. Rik Sarkar
Send an email with the subject line "PhD in ML"
Include Your Materials
Attach your CV and a description of your research interests
Research Proposal
Describe what you would like to work on during your PhD