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PhD student position in Knowledge Representation & Reasoning, Luxembourg (Luxembourg), Deadline: 10 Dec 2021

The Individual and Collective Reasoning Group (ICR, Department of Computer 
Science, University of Luxembourg), led by Prof. Leon van der Torre, is 
looking for

? 1 PhD student (doctoral candidate) in Knowledge Representation and 
Reasoning within the DILLAN training program

DILLAN ? DigitaLisation, Law, And Innovation ? is an interdisciplinary 
program for PhD students in Law and in Computer Science 
(https://wwwen.uni.lu/research/fdef/dl/dillan), funded by the PRIDE scheme 
of the FNR (National Research Fund, Luxembourg).

In the context of DILLAN we are looking for someone with a special 
interest or background in one or several of the following areas:

- Knowledge representation and reasoning with applications to law
- Applied formal argumentation
- Explainable AI for trustworthy systems
- Experimental studies on explanation in legal reasoning
- Integration of non-symbolic and symbolic techniques

Your Task
? Writing a doctoral dissertation in the relevant area
? Presentation of research findings at workshops and conferences
? Publication of scientific papers in peer-reviewed international journals
? Moderate participation in teaching activities

Your Profile
? A Master degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
? Solid background in knowledge representation and reasoning
? Active participation in the interdisciplinary activities of our group
? Strong analytical capacity, creativity, and commitment
? Very good written and spoken English skills

Our Offer
? A dynamic, well-connected international research environment
? Financial support for participating in scientific activities (workshops, conferences, summer schools, etc.)
? An attractive salary and employment contract including social insurance
? Enrolment in the Doctoral School in Science and Engineering (DSSE) with a wide offer of disciplinary and interdisciplinary courses
? The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer and applications by women are encouraged

Application Documents (in English):
? Letter of motivation
? A one-page sketch of research interests and intentions in line with ICR
? Full CV
? Transcript of academic records (including grades) and copies of diplomas
? Names of at least two references willing to write a letter of recommendation (they will be contacted by us)

Basic data:
? Ref: UOL03643
? Starting date: January/February 2022 (somewhat flexible)
? Basic duration: 3 years, extendable by 1 year
? Doctoral student status at the University of Luxembourg
? Deadline for applications: December 10, 2021

Application through the University of Luxembourg?s recruitment site: http://emea3.mrted.ly/2ppxg

In case of question, you can contact dr. Réka Markovich: reka.markovich@uni.lu
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