Ph.D. positions in the area of algorithms (100%)

L'Université de la Suisse italienne (SUPSI) recrute des doctorants. Intégrez un environnement de recherche innovant et international.

Tâches

• Conduire des recherches avancées sur les algorithmes.

• Participer à l'enseignement en tant qu'assistant à USI et SUPSI.

• Développer des opportunités de recherche avec l'industrie financière.

Compétences

• Master en informatique, mathématiques ou domaines connexes requis.

• Compétences en conception d'algorithmes et structures de données.

• Maîtrise de l'anglais écrit et parlé.

Ph.D. positions in the area of algorithms
University of Applied Sciences / Arts of Southern Switzerland - SUPSIIDSIA - Department of Innovative Technologies (DTI)

Workplace Lugano, Ticino, Switzerland Category Computer Science | Innovation
Position Junior Researcher / PhD Position
Occupation rate 100%
Published 8 July 2025 Closing Date 20 July 2025
Ph.D. positions in the area of algorithms
Deadline: 20.07.2025

The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI) invites applications for two position PhD students in the area of algorithms at the Dalle Molle Institute for Artificial Intelligence (IDSIA USI-SUPSI) within the Department of Innovative Technologies (DTI), located in Lugano. The degree of employment is 100%, with a contract starting on November 1, 2025, or on a mutually agreed date.

Description
The selected candidate conducts advanced research. In particular: • Design and analysis of algorithms and data structures, with a special focus on approximation algorithms.
• Moderate teaching duties as TA for classes at USI and SUPSI.

Requirements
• Master’s degree in computer science, Mathematics or related areas (obtained or close to be obtained).
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.

We offer
• Fixed-term 2 years employment contract, with possibility of renewal.
• No obligation to teach or to participate in administrative tasks.
• Opportunity to develop cutting edge research to bring top notch research partners in the financial industry forward.
• Sufficient time to pursue own/private research agenda. Comparable to university employment.
• An international working environment.
• Possibility to attend to high-profile conferences, workshop and schools.
• Attractive salary, in line with Swiss standards and the candidate’s experience.

Contact and Address
Application Process

Applications will only be considered if submitted electronically by 20.07.2025, through the dedicated application form. The following documents, written in English, must be included:
- Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications and, if available, a link to the Master thesis.
- A motivation letter, including a brief description of past research experience and future research interests (1-2 pages).
- Copies of three published papers relevant to the position.
- Names and email addresses of three reference contacts.

For further information, please contact Dr. Fabrizio Grandoni (https://www.supsi.ch/en/fabrizio-grandoni). Incomplete applications, those submitted to incorrect addresses, or those received after the deadline will not be considered. In addition to the required application documents, further documentation (such as a criminal record certificate or a copy of an identity document) may be requested at a later stage.

Web

www.supsi.ch

www.idsia.ch

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In your application, please refer to myScience.ch and referenceJobID67703.