PhD Position in Photonic Reservoir Computing (EU Researcher) | PhD position in Photonic Reservoir Computing (EU Researcher) (f/m/d)
Technische Universität Ilmenau Land Thüringen
Job Summary
This PhD position, part of the EU-funded MINDnet Doctoral Network, focuses on researching adaptability and memory in physical reservoir computing systems, specifically through modeling and nonlinear dynamics analysis of complex laser systems. The role involves conducting bifurcation analysis of optical computing devices, investigating machine learning tasks requiring short-term memory (like time series prediction and speech recognition), and predicting optimal operation regions using augmented memory techniques. The successful candidate will join an international team of 15 PhD students across Europe, participate in four training schools and two workshops, and undertake mandatory secondments (minimum 3 months total) at HP Enterprise (Belgium), Technical University of Denmark, and University College London. This is a unique opportunity for a researcher with a Master's degree in Physics or related fields to specialize in neuromorphic computing, photonics, and AI, contributing to revolutionary advancements in energy-efficient processing technologies.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree (two-year equivalent) in Physics or related disciplines
Experience
- Academic level equivalent to a two-year Master's degree in physics or related disciplines
- Basic knowledge in laser modelling (Desirable)
- Basic knowledge in nonlinear dynamics (Desirable)
- Professional experience in programming with Python or C++ (Desirable)
Languages
Additional
- Must not have resided or carried out main activity (work, studies) in Germany for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately preceding recruitment date. Must not already possess a doctoral degree. Mandatory participation in secondments (total 2-3 months minimum) and outreach activities. Full-time position; not suitable for part-time employment.
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