[CogSci] Phd position

[Maciej Malicki]

PhD position for the National Science Centre project “Hybrid models of
natural reasoning” implemented at the Institute of Mathematics of the
Polish Academy of Sciences


The research project aims to develop and study hybrid models of
natural reasoning that combine methods of logic and deep learning. In
hybrid models, reasoning is ultimately based on rules of logic, but
neural networks are involved in tasks such as the process of premise
selection or construction of reasoning steps. We will mostly
investigate fragments of language, i.e. various subclasses of first
order (or modal) logic that resemble natural language. However, we
will be interested in analyzing and interpreting interactions between
the logical and the neural components from the cognitive perspective
rather than simply optimizing them.

We offer a genuinely interdisciplinary scientific environment, and
oversight of the PhD student's research activities by two advisers –
one specializing in logic (prof. Maciej Malicki, Institute of
Mathematics of the Polish Academy of Sciences), and another one
specializing in cognitive science/computational linguistics (prof.
Jakub Szymanik, University of Amsterdam). During the implementation of
the project, we will cooperate with researchers from Poland,
Netherlands and USA.

To learn more about the project, write to mmalicki at impan.pl.

Your Profile

We expect:

- passion for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of
cognitive science, logic and computer science
- strong background in formal methods, and a scientific university
degree (defended before Aug 1st) in a field relevant to the project:
cognitive science, computer science, computational linguistics,
philosophy, logic, mathematics etc.
- analytical skills and scientific mindset, independent, self-reliant
and dedicated style of work
- programming skills and/or experience in machine learning
- good command of English (oral and written)

Remuneration

Provided that the candidate gets independently enrolled to a doctoral
school (preferably: Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences at
the University of Warsaw), the school and the project stipend of
5000zł will be paid for the first 36 months, and the school stipend of
appr. 3200zł for the remaining 12 months. Otherwise, the project
stipend of appr. 3100zł will be paid for 36 months, and the school
stipend of appr. 3200zł for the remaining 12 months. In any case, the
remuneration should suffice to cover costs of living in Warsaw,
including accommodation.

Application Procedure

For full consideration, send your application to mmalicki at impan.pl by
May 15th, 2021. It should include a statement, a detailed description
of your academic interests, experience, and achievements, as well as
at least one letter of recommendation (or the name, address, and
e-mail address of at least one reference). Selected candidates will be
interviewed on-line.