Switzerland: PhD Scholarships in Biomedical Data Mining

The University of Geneva Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (Computer Science Department) invites applications for two PhD scholarships in the field of machine learning and data mining. The successful candidates will participate in EU-funded projects and investigate advanced knowledge discovery issues related to biomedical applications for their thesis.

Candidates should have an M.Sc. and outstanding skills in at least two of the following areas: machine learning/data mining, mathematics/statistics, bioinformatics, medical informatics, knowledge management. For one of the positions, experience and/or training in biostatistics will be an additional asset. A strong academic record, excellent analytical skills and a clear aptitude for autonomous, creative research will be priority selection criteria. Good programming skills and fluency in English and/or French are required.

The expected start date for both studentships is 1st January 2008.
Initial gross salary will be around 4087 CHF (~ 2500 EUR) per month.

Applicants should send their curriculum vitae and academic transcript, a statement of motivation and research interests, and names and addresses (with e-mail and telephone number) of at least 3 references to the address below by regular or (preferably) by electronic mail. Applications will be accepted until both positions are filled.

Contact:
Melanie Hilario
CUI - University of Geneva
Battelle A, 7 route de Drize
CH-1227 Carouge, Switzerland

E-mail: Melanie.Hilario @ cui.unige.ch
Tel: +41 22/379 0222
Fax: +41 22/379 0250
URL: http://cui.unige.ch/AI-group
website link:
http://cui.unige.ch/AI-group/2phds_20070924.html