PhD student position in Machine learning for automating science

Information about the division
The Division of Systems and Synthetic Biology at Chalmers is a diverse group of scientists working on systems biology questions that influence the progress of biotechnology and the understanding of human diseases. The SYSBIO team has over 100 members, with about half of the scientists working at the bench, and half working in silico. The project is to be carried out in the research group of Professor King.

-The details of the departmental research activities may be found here.

Major responsibilities
We are changing the practice of science. The role of the student will be to research machine learning methods for ‘Genesis’, a 3rd generation Robot Scientist designed to transform the practice of science. A Robot Scientist is an autonomous laboratory automation system that applies artificial intelligence to automate the discovery of scientific knowledge through cycles of experimentation. Genesis is designed to be able to execute in parallel 10,000 automated cycles of hypothesis led experimentation and testing.

Qualifications
To qualify as a PhD student, you must have a master's level degree corresponding to at least 240 higher education credits in statistics, computer science, or a related numerical subject.

The position requires sound verbal and written communication skills in English. If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses.

Contract terms
Full-time temporary employment. The position is limited to a maximum of five years.

We offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg. 
Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.

Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with Ref 20210368 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as pdf-files, as below:

CV: (Please name the document: CV, Family name, Ref. number)
• CV
• Other, for example previous employments or leadership qualifications and positions of trust.
• Two references that we can contact.

Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number)
1-3 pages where you:
• Introduce yourself
• Describe your previous experience of relevance for the position (e.g. education, thesis work and, if applicable, any other research activities)
• Describe your future goals and future research focus

Other documents:
• Copies of bachelor and/or master’s thesis.
• Attested copies and transcripts of completed education, grades and other certificates, e.g. TOEFL test results.

Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. The files may be compressed (zipped).

Application deadline: 15 September, 2021

For questions, please contact:
Professor Ross King
E-mail: rossk@chalmers.se 
Phone: +46 31 7721760

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