The Munich Center for Machine Learning (MCML) seeks applications for PhD positions in AI.
We offer several PhD positions in any field of research within the domains of machine learning. The positions are ranked according to German TV-L E13 (100%), for a duration period of 3 years.
Welcome to our online application tool!
Application deadline: 20 November 2024 (Portal closes at 23:59 CET)
Registration
In order to apply to the program, you have to create an account first. For this, you have to enter your name and choose a username and password. You will instantly receive a confirmation e-mail with an activation link. You will then be able to use the application link at the bottom of this page. Some e-mail accounts might classify the confirmation e-mail as spam. If you do not receive a confirmation e-mail after registering, please check your JUNK/SPAM folder.
Important guidelines:
- Only complete applications submitted via the online tool before the deadline will be considered
- Always "Save" your application to make sure the data is stored
- Formally submit your application by clicking the "Save and Submit" button (last tab) once your application is complete
- Once you have submitted your application it is no longer possible to make changes!
- The maximum file size per uploaded document (jpg/PDF) is limited to 5 MB and should not be encrypted
- After submission, a PDF of your application including all uploaded documents will be created automatically.
- There are no application fees
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Minimum requirements
- Master Degree or equivalent in one of the following fields (must be completed no later than 1 July 2025): informatics / computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mathematics, statistics, data science, or physics
- Excellent grades
- A very good command of the English language
- Strong scientific motivation
- Interest in interdisciplinary research
Timeline for the application round 2025
- Opening of the online application system: 21 October 2024
- Deadline for submitting the applications: 20 November 2024 (Portal closes at 23:59 CET)
- Review and potentially Interviews: 1 December – 31 January 2025
- Decision: End of March by the latest
- Starting date: 1 July 2025 (later start is also possible)
You will need to provide the following information in the online application portal:
- Bachelor’s diploma and Master’s diploma (if completed);
- Transcript of all your courses, including grades, from your M.Sc. (if your degree was at a non-German university, you will need to convert your grades to the German system; instructions provided in the portal);
- Overview of publications, internships, and awards (if applicable);
- Academic CV (pdf, max. 2 pages; educational background, work experience, publications, awards etc.);
- Which MCML research cluster you would like to apply to;
- Brief motivation statement: Why do you want to pursue a PhD within MCML? Please include your long-term goals in academic research or in industry. (max. 250 words);
- Brief research statement: Explain your motivation for the research cluster that you have chosen in MCML. Please include any previous experience (if applicable) that you have in this field (max. 250 words);
- Contact information for one reference (2nd optional).
If you have any questions, please write to application@mcml.ai