PhD Positions
The following funded positions are available right now.
Private and Secure Machine Learning and Datascience.
One of the major challenges in current datascience and 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:
- Cryptography and zero knowledge proofs for machine learning and datascience
- Differential privacy and differentially private machine learning
- Secure protocols for collaborative learning
- Attacks, defenses and memorization in ML, including Generative models.
Early application deadline for this project is 11th December 2025. If you are interested, please email with title "PhD in Secure and Private ML".
Biomedical AI: Design of Protein and Drugs.
AI methods have shown great promise in the design of novel proteins and drugs. We are looking for students interested in applying machine learning and optimization techniques to problems in Generative AI, protein design, drug discovery, and topological data analysis.
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