Are you interested in interdisciplinary research and would you like to work in an interdisciplinary research institute? The ILLC is looking for an excellent PhD candidate who is interested in conducting research in an area within the ILLC that fits naturally in the Faculty of Science.
You are expected:
- to complete and defend a PhD thesis within the official appointment duration of four years;
- to give regular presentations of intermediate research results at international workshops and conferences, and publish them in proceedings and journals;
- to collaborate with researchers in other relevant sections of ILLC;
- to participate in the organization of research activities and events at ILLC, such as conferences, workshops and joint publications.
Furthermore, all PhD candidates at ILLC are expected to make a small contribution to the institute’s educational mission, e.g. by working as teaching assistants for courses in their area of expertise, and by assisting with the supervision of student research projects.
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PhD in Logic, Language and Computation
Aim and Benefits of PhD in Logic, Language and Computation
PhD in Logic, Language and Computation at University of Amsterdam worths €2,395 to €3,061 gross per month
It also covers
- A temporary contract for 38 hours per week for the duration of four years (the initial contract will be for a period of 18 months and after satisfactory evaluation it will be extended for a total duration of four years). This should lead to a dissertation (PhD thesis).
- We will draft an educational plan that includes attendance of courses and (international) meetings.
Requirements for PhD in Logic, Language and Computation Qualification
- A Master’s degree with excellent grades in a relevant field, such as logic, computer science, mathematics, artificial intelligence, linguistics, philosophy, musicology or cognitive science; you must have obtained your degree by the starting date of the position;
- good academic writing and presentation skills;
- good social and organizational skills;
- a strong interest in a scientific career;
- fluency in English both written and spoken.
Application Deadline
June 13, 2021How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
University of Amsterdam on ssl1.peoplexs.com to apply
For more details, visit UvA website.