Doctoral Candidate in AI and Optimization

Vor 4 Tagen

Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Universität Zürich Vollzeit CHF 60'000 - CHF 90'000 pro Jahr

Department of Mathematical Modeling and Machine Learning

Doctoral Candidate in AI and Optimization 80 %

Start of employment 1st of March 2026 or by agreement, temporary

The Department of Mathematical Modeling and Machine Learning (DM3L) at University of Zurich is seeking applications for a Doctoral Candidate in AI and Optimization.

We offer an exciting and stimulating environment to study and work in.

Your responsibilities

The successful candidate will work on a project in the AI and Optimization Lab with Prof. Anastasia Koloskova. The emphasis of the doctoral project is on the intersection of theory and practice in areas such as distributed optimization, federated learning, machine learning, privacy, or unlearning.

Your profile

We are looking for candidates with an interest in performing innovative research, strong motivation, and an interest in optimization, federated learning, machine learning, privacy, or unlearning. An ideal candidate will have:

  • an excellent degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics or a related field (e.g. Electrical Engineering)
  • strong mathematical understanding
  • experience in programming, preferably in Python
  • prior experience in related topics, such as machine learning, optimization, or privacy

Furthermore, the candidate should be fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Information on your application

Please submit your complete application incuding:

  • motivation letter
  • curriculum vitae
  • school and university score records
  • contact details of at least two referees

via the link below. The deadline for applications is 31st of December 2025 and the desired starting date is 1st of March 2026 or by agreement, temporary. Selection will start immediately, so early submissions are encouraged.

What we offer

Work-Life Balance

  • Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
  • Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH

Learning and Development

  • Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
  • Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich

Food

  • Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
  • Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution

Healthcare

  • Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
  • Free seasonal flu vaccinations
  • Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower

Discounts

  • Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
  • Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
  • Special conditions on hotel reservations

Conditions of Employment

  • Policies of the UZH
  • Most UZH staff are employed according to public law

International Services

  • Support for people from outside Switzerland

Campuses

  • Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
  • Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
Location
Department of Mathematical Modeling and Machine Learning

Winterthurerstrasse 190, 8057 Zürich, Switzerland

Further information
Questions about the job

Prof. Anastasia Koloskova

Professor

Questions about the application procedure

Nicole Trolese

HR Manager

Working at UZH

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