Postdoc in machine learning at McGill (Montreal, Canada)

A postdoctoral position in machine learning is available in the Reasoning
and Learning Lab at McGill University, for a new project on learning deep
representations for time-series and controllable interactive systems.
Research area: Candidates should have expertise in machine learning, more
specifically one or both of reinforcement learning and deep learning.
Preference will be given to candidates with an interest in one of the
following topics: dialogue management systems, statistical language
modeling, big data techniques, neural networks, optimization, online
learning.
Qualifications: We seek candidates with a PhD in machine learning (or
closely related discipline), solid background in computer science and
mathematics, strong publication record in top-tier machine learning
conferences and journals, solid programming skills, enthusiasm for
research, evidence of creativity and initiative, large project experience,
demonstrated leadership, and excellent communication skills (English,
oral&written).
Responsibilities: The candidate will be responsible for leading a
research project at the intersection of deep learning and reinforcement
learning, and will be expected to make contributions on the development of
new algorithms, theory and applications in these areas. Other
responsibilities include supervision of junior students, collaboration
with partner institutions (machine learning labs at U. of Montreal, U. of
Toronto and others), and coordination with industrial partners.
Expected duration: 24 months, preferably starting January 2015.
Applications: Send application material (pdf only), including your CV,
1-page motivation letter, research statement, 3 representative papers, and
contact information for 3 references, to Joelle Pineau
(jpineau-AT-cs.mcgill.ca) and Doina Precup (dprecup-AT-cs.mcgill.ca).
Deadline: The position will remain open until filled. We will start
reviewing files as soon as they arrive, with full consideration given to
candidates who apply by Dec.5 2014. Interested candidates who are
planning on attending NIPS 2014 should send their application material by
Dec.5 2014 to allow for an interview during NIPS.
McGill University is a world-class research-intensive university located
in Montreal, Canada. The Reasoning and Learning Lab (RLLab) at the
School of Computer Science is one of the leading research labs in machine
learning and more specifically reinforcement learning, with over 80
graduates, many now working at Google, Facebook, Nuance, Microsoft, and in
faculty positions in Canada and the US.