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Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Learning while searching in symbolic planners

Czech Technical University in Prague · Department of Computer Science

  • Prague, Czech
  • Technology

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Learning while searching in symbolic planners Description: The symbolic search in large state spaces is

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Innovative processes and equipment in green materials, chemicals, and advanced biofuels production technologies

Czech Technical University in Prague · Department of Process Engineering

  • Prague, Czech
  • Technology

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Innovative processes and equipment in green materials, chemicals, and advanced biofuels production tech

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

High-Velocity Dust Impacts on Tungsten Plasma-Facing Materials: A Predictive Multi-Scale Modeling Framework with Experimental Validation

Czech Technical University in Prague · Department of Control Engineering

  • Prague, Czech
  • Computer science

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants High-Velocity Dust Impacts on Tungsten Plasma-Facing Materials: A Predictive Multi-Scale Modeling Frame

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Explainable end-to-end differentiable perception for self-supervised learning in robotics

Czech Technical University in Prague · Department of Cybernetics

  • Prague, Czech
  • Computer science
  • Prof. Tomáš Svoboda

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Explainable end-to-end differentiable perception for self-supervised learning in robotics Description:

Fully funded 3 Dec 2026

Doctoral Student in Neuromotor Interfaces for Dexterous Robot Teleoperation (multimodal egocentric vision + EMG)

ETH Zürich

  • Zurich, Switzerland
  • Engineering

Doctoral Student in Neuromotor Interfaces for Dexterous Robot Teleoperation (multimodal egocentric vision + EMG) The Sensing, Interaction & Perception Lab invites applications for a fully funded PhD position at ETH Zürich at the intersection of robotics, wearable sensing, signal processing, machine learning, and human-computer interaction. The goal of this PhD is to develop neuromotor interfaces for dexterous robot teleoperation using two sensing modalities: 1) surface electromyography (sEMG) measured at the wrist or forearm, with the aim of decoding subtle hand and finger activity, continuous

Funding not stated 3 Dec 2026

Accelerator mass spectrometry in analysis of environmental samples

Czech Technical University in Prague · Dept. of Nuclear Chemistry

  • Prague, Czech
  • Chemistry

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call . Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form. helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz Guide for Applicants Accelerator mass spectrometry in analysis of environmental samples Description: A joint AMS laboratory

Fully funded 4 Dec 2026

Fellowship in Creative Writing in Fiction

Colgate University

  • Hamilton, United States

Fellowship in Creative Writing in Fiction Colgate University invites applications for the Olive B. O'Connor Fellowship in Creative Writing. This year we invite applications for a one-year fellowship, renewable for a second year, in fiction. Writers who have recently completed an MFA, MA, or PhD in creative writing, and who need a year or two to complete their first book, are encouraged to apply. The selected writer will spend up to two academic years (late August 2027 to early May 2029) at Colgate University in Hamilton, New York. The fellow will teach two multigenre introduction to creative w

Fully funded 4 Dec 2026

Athletics Fellowship

MassBay Community College

  • Wellesley, United States

Athletics Fellowship Department: Athletics Location: Wellesley Hills MassBay fosters educational excellence and academic success to prepare students for local and global citizenship, to promote their personal growth, to meet critical workforce demands of communities, and to contribute to the region’s economic development. Massachusetts Bay Community College is served by a cadre of employees of varied backgrounds and experiences. We invite all individuals to consider joining our community. Located in Greater Boston, MassBay is a comprehensive, open-access community college, offering associate d

Funding not stated 4 Dec 2026

3 Predoctoral Researchers (TFM)

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid · Escuela Técnica Superior de Ingenieros Informaticos

  • Boadilla del Monte, Spain
  • Computer science

Investigate the use of causal discovery methods in "concept drift" situations in structural causal models. In semiparametric Bayesian networks, investigate the selection of covariance matrices and the estimation of the importance of each variable, as well as the causal learning of these networks in dynamic environments.

Fully funded 4 Dec 2026

Magdalen Vernon PhD Studentship in Psychology, Neuroscience, Psycholinguistics, or Clinical Language Science

University of Reading · School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences

  • Reading, United Kingdom
  • School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences

Supervisors: To be confirmed Project Overview: The School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences invites applications for one fully funded PhD Studentship in Psychology, Neuroscience, Psycholinguistics, or Clinical Language Science. The School has particular strength in psychopathology and emotional disorders, affective and cognitive neuroscience, personalised nutrition, motivation and behaviour change, perception and action, cognitive control, psycholinguistics and neurolinguistics, bilingualism, and clinical language science. For further information, please see the School of Psychology

Fully funded 4 Dec 2026

PhD Studentship: Robust Bayesian Experimental Design and Inference

University of Birmingham · School of Mathematics

  • Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • School of Mathematics

Statistical methods are leveraged in many scientific applications to: specify a data collection practice (experimental design), draw conclusions from sparse and noisy data (inference), and assess uncertainty about those conclusions (uncertainty quantification). Bayesian inference and experimental design methods are increasingly used in scientific practice, and offer appealing theoretical guarantees when certain assumptions hold. However, whether these assumptions hold is difficult or impossible to verify in practice. The successful candidate will undertake a project in the area of statistics/d

Funding not stated 4 Dec 2026

Research Fellow

Auburn University

  • Auburn, United States

Job Description Overview Auburn University is seeking a Research Fellow to assist with and conduct original research, including planning, maintaining, and completing research programs and projects focused on the discovery of new knowledge, techniques, and concepts. This position applies advanced scientific and research knowledge, skills, and abilities while adhering to applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. Responsibilities • Develops original project proposals, research designs, plans and protocols and assists in the development of complex project proposals, plans and protoco

Funding not stated 4 Dec 2026

NBE Graduate Teaching Assistant - Indirect 0305I

Wichita State University

  • Wichita, United States
  • Export Compliance Requirement

Department Mechanical Engineering Campus Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Hire Type Part Time Pay 5000./semester Work Schedule ; work is performed on-site and in person. TBD with supervisor Export Compliance Requirement No export control requirement. Job Story The primary function of a graduate teaching assistant (GTA) is to assist with instruction. GTAs have the latitude to make independent decisions, use judgment and exercise discretion when dealing with student matters. The main purpose and responsibility of GTAs is to impart knowledge or training to students at Wichita State Universi

Funding not stated 4 Dec 2026

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Indirect

Wichita State University

  • Wichita, United States

Department Modern & Classical Languages & Literatures Campus Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Hire Type Part Time Pay $3,750 per semester Work Schedule ; work is performed on-site and in person. Monday - Friday, times variable dependent on class schedule Export Compliance Requirement No export control requirement. Job Story A Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) focused on indirect teaching supports academic courses behind the scenes without leading front-of-class lectures, centering on grading, course material preparation, and Blackboard administration. The primary function of a graduate t

Fully funded 4 Dec 2026

Graduate Teaching Assistant (Student)

American University

  • Washington D.C., United States

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community. This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid. Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, inc

Funding not stated 4 Dec 2026

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Wichita State University

  • Wichita, United States

Department English Campus Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Hire Type Part Time Pay $1000/credit hour Work Schedule Dependent upon class assignment schedule. Office Hours are Mon-Fri 8:00-5:00 Export Compliance Requirement No export control requirement. Job Story Graduate teaching assistant (GTA) instructs introductory composition courses in ENGL 101, ENGL 102 or ENGL 210 for the English department. Job Summary The primary function of a graduate teaching assistant (GTA) is to provide direct instruction. GTAs have the latitude to make independent decisions, use judgment and exercise discre

Fully funded 4 Dec 2026

Fellowship Coordinator - Department of Neurology

Wayne State University

  • Detroit, United States

Fellowship Coordinator - Department of Neurology Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Fellowship Coordinator - Department of Neurology at its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society. Essential functions (job duties): Posit

Fully funded 4 Dec 2026

Fellowship Coordinator

University of Colorado System

  • Aurora, United States

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department of Pathology Fellowship Coordinator Position #00851492 – Requisition #: 40672 Job Summary: The Department of Pathology is seeking a Fellowship Coordinator who will be responsible for the day ‐ to ‐ day administration of five Fellowship training programs (3 ACGME-accredited, 2 unaccredited). Assist the Program Director in ensuring that the training programs are in full compliance with CUGME Office policies and procedures, as well as relevant institutional policies and procedures, ACGME program requirements and regulations, and relevant p

Fully funded 4 Dec 2026

Director of Predoctoral Education

University of Colorado System

  • Aurora, United States

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus School of Dental Medicine | Department of Pediatric Dentistry Clinical Teaching Faculty (C/T) - Open Rank (Assistant, Associate, or Professor) Working Title: Director of Predoctoral Education Full-Time Position # 00703896 R equisition # 39849 Job Summary: The University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, School of Dental Medicine (SDM) welcomes applications for Director of Predoctoral Education from exceptional candidates for a full-time, clinical track faculty (Open Rank) to work in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Children's Hosp

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