Microsoft Research AI seeks postdocs at the intersections of causality and machine learning, with a demonstrated ability for independent research and a strong academic publication record in machine learning, causality, and related fields.
We seek applicants working in all topics at the intersection of machine learning and causality, including (1) causality for better ML, using causal insights to enhance the generalizability, fairness, performance or other properties of machine learning methods; (2) ML for better causal methods, improving causal inference, counterfactual prediction, and causal discovery algorithms using machine learning methods; and (3) applications of causal machine learning in online, physical, and other domains.
For more information about current research at the intersection of causality and machine learning at Microsoft Research, see https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/group/causal-inference/
We offer a vibrant environment for cutting-edge, multidisciplinary research, both fundamental and applied, including access to diverse, real-world problems and data, opportunities for experimentation, an open publication policy, and close links to top academic institutions around the world.
Responsibilities
As a postdoc in Microsoft Research AI, you will have the opportunity to develop your research career as a member of a world-class research organization. You will also have opportunities to see your ideas realized in products and services that will be used worldwide.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
· A PhD in computer science or other related field (e.g., statistics)
· A research track-record demonstrated by at least one publication as primary author in a top-tier peer-reviewed outlet on machine learning or causality.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience combining machine learning and causality; or experience across theoretical and applied settings.
· Ability to define your own research agenda
· A well-established research track record as demonstrated by publications, open source software, etc.
· Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate effectively as part of a team.
Please submit a CV and the names of at least three references as required by the online application.
You should also upload:
· 2 conference/journal publications, book chapters or other writing samples which best demonstrate your expertise
An academic statement (2-4 pages) that outlines both your research achievements and agenda, as well as your service and outreach activities and plans (for example, those related to mentoring or diversity)
This role is not to exceed two years.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.
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