INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KANPUR

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Department of Computer Science & Engineering

Designation: Senior Project Associate

Minimum qualification and experience: B.Tech. + 1 year's experience, with degree preferably in Computer Science and Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Highly desirable: Prior research experience related to the project's area

Salary range: 18000-1800-36000

Description:

This DST sponsored project involves design of novel statistical algorithms for analysis of relational data, such as social/biological/financial networks, and implementing and testing them on real-world datasets. A strong prior background in Probabilistic Machine Learning and Bayesian modeling would be essential. The candidate is expected to have strong background in probability and statistics, should be highly fluent with programming (MATLAB/Python), and should have prior experience with designing and implementing machine learning algorithms. Familiarity with software frameworks such as Tensorflow, Theano, etc., and probabilistic programming frameworks such as Edward, PyMC3, Stan, etc. would be highly desirable.

The position is purely temporary and on a contractual basis and it is for one year.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

Last date of receipt of application: Applicants should send their CV to piyush@cse.iitk.ac.in by Jan 02 2018, before 5pm.

Piyush Rai
RM-502, CSE
IIT Kanpur, 208016 India
Phone: 0512-259-6814
Email: piyush@cse.iitk.ac.in