Master’s degree project supervisor in Computer Science

Job description

The work consists of providing academic supervision for primarily Master's degree thesis projects in Computer Science. This is a temporary position at 30-50% during six months (the percentage and duration may be adjusted depending on starting date). For information about Master's degree thesis projects in Computer Science and supervision, please refer to Master degree project rules and routines | EECS internal pages

The position will be placed at the Department of Theoretical Computer Science.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A graduate degree or an advanced level (second cycle degree) in the subject area or equivalent competence, 
• own prior experiences of writing scientific reports,
• an excellent ability to read and comment technical English,
• awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality,
• a solid knowledge in Computer Science, from prior education and/or previous work experiences,
• an excellent ability to independently structure and carry out work.

Preferred qualifications

• Prior experiences of teaching and/or supervision of students' project work, knowledge in machine learning and deep learning, language technology, industrial economics, as well as completed third-cycle (doctoral) education are meritorious.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

Join us at KTH

KTH shapes the future through education, research and innovation. As a leading international technical university, we play an active role in advancing the transition towards a sustainable society. At KTH, you have the opportunity to grow and develop in a creative and dynamic environment, with good working conditions and attractive benefits. Equality, diversity and equal opportunities are essential to quality and form an integral part of KTH’s core values as a university and public authority.

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.

The application must include the following documents:

• Curriculum vitae
• Transcripts from university/university college 
• Brief description of why the applicant is interested in the position (maximum two pages). 
• Contact information to a couple of references.

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The employment is valid for a limited time (part-time 30-50%) according to the agreement - for up to 6 months, with access according to agreement.

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