Phd in Haicu: Language Technology for Cultural

3 maanden geleden

Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

The Computational Linguistics group (GroNLP) of the Center for Language and Cognition Groningen (CLCG) is looking for a PhD student in “Language technology for cultural heritage: New discoveries with little data” within the HAICu research project. The HAICu project is a large-scale Dutch research project by universities and cultural-heritage institutions into new forms of Artificial Intelligence-based access to multimodal Cultural-Heritage data, both contemporary and historical. Within HAICu, AI researchers, Digital Humanities researchers and a wide range of public and private partners will co-develop scientific solutions to unlock the true societal potential of the current heterogeneous digital heritage collections. It will provide easier, richer and more reliable data access to citizens, journalists, civic organisations, and various other stakeholders.

HAICu is funded by the NWO National Science Agenda (NWA) and has a budget of about EUR 10 million. HAICu has started in January 2024 and will last 6 years (until Jan 2030).

The PhD Project
This specific PhD position is about effectively dealing with missing and sparse labels in humanities datasets such as literature, history, philosophy. Cultural heritage institutions, and especially the National Library of the Netherlands, offer access to a lot of digitized data which can be leveraged through computational approaches. However, it is very common that the data is incomplete. This is a challenge for typical machine learning methods that rely on being fed with representative and complete data, leading to systems that cannot handle distribution shifts or extrapolating beyond their training set.

Recent developments in artificial intelligence have shown that large language models are able to learn from small amounts of training data, or even none at all (few shot and zero shot learning). Paired with more and more accessible techniques for specializing existing models for target domains and tasks, a lot of new possibilities open up for cultural heritage data, which will be explored within this project. Examples of possible topics include
- Investigating literary reception and prestige over time.
- Detecting and mapping intertextuality within texts.
- Uncovering the influences and biases over time in datasets.
- Monitoring the evolution of concepts in textual datasets.
- Improving the robustness of models to out-of-distribution data.

The project will, in collaboration with the National Library of The Netherlands, be coordinated by Andreas van Cranenburgh, Tommaso Caselli, and Malvina Nissim at the University of Groningen. This is an interdisciplinary project at the intersection of Computational Linguistics/Natural Language Processing (NLP) and the humanities.

You will be asked to
- Develop a specific research proposal within the proposed theme.
- Review the academic literature relevant to the project’s goals.
- Carry out research, present your results and author scientific articles on the above mentioned topics.
- Collaborate with members of the Computational Linguistics group at the University of Groningen, the National Library, and with the broader Haicu consortium, in particular WP3 (see below).
- Engage and collaborate with other researchers working on computational humanities research.
- Complete a PhD thesis written in English in the specified timeframe (4 years).
- Collaborate on outreach and public engagement activities.
- Gain teaching experience.

This PhD project offers a unique opportunity to work in an international environment and to acquire valuable research experience: You will be carrying out research in the context of the Computational Linguistics group of the Center for Language and Cognition (CLCG) of the University of Groningen, and will be spending at least one day a month at the National Library in The Hague.

Within the dynamic HAICu team, the PhD researcher will participate in Work Package 3 (WP3), titled “Learning from sparse examples”. In this WP, we will collaborate with AI and machine learning experts from the University of Tilburg, the Fontys Hogeschool as well as other partners, in addition to the aforementioned Dutch National Library.

Since its foundation in 1614, the University of Groningen has established an international reputation as a dynamic and innovative university offering high-quality teaching and research. Its 34,000 students are encouraged to develop their own individual talents through challenging study
- and career paths. The University of Groningen is an international centre of knowledge: It belongs to the best research universities in Europe and is allied with prestigious partner universities and networks worldwide.

The Faculty of Arts is a large, dynamic faculty in the heart of the city of Groningen. It has more than 5000 students and 700 staff members, who are working at the frontiers of knowledge every day. The Faculty offers a wide range of degree programmes: 15 Bachelor's programmes and over 35 M

  • Phd in Haicu: Investigative Journalism and

    3 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    The Centre for Media and Journalism Studies (CMJS) is looking for a PhD student in “Investigative journalism and interpretive “deep” reporting” within the HAICu research project. The HAICu project is a large-scale Dutch research project by universities and cultural-heritage institutions into new forms of Artificial Intelligence-based access to...

  • Phd Position in Artificial Intelligence for

    6 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    Traditional handwritten text recognition (HTR) approaches ignore the multimodal characteristics of historical manuscripts. Moreover, they underestimate problems at the level of layout analysis, the detection of the logical reading order over a scanned page of text, and the recognition of textual and graphic patterns with a special meaning (headings,...

  • Phd Position Friction-switchable Surfaces

    5 dagen geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    Topic of research: Friction-switchable surfaces Computer chips are the building blocks of all modern technology. The smallest structures on the most advanced chips are currently 5 nanometers. ASML’s EUV (extreme ultraviolet) scan technology enables the scale of the smallest feature to be reduced even further. Hence, wafer positioning becomes a crucial...

  • Phd Position: 'place and Identity in Journalism in

    6 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    Applications are invited for a fully-funded four-year PhD position at the intersection of the fields of Journalism Studies and Architecture, focusing on the role of material space and artifacts in the construction of journalistic identity and practice in former Yugoslavia. Place and Identity in Journalism in Former Yugoslavia inquires into the role of...

  • Language Learning Advisor

    3 maanden geleden

    Groningen (provincie), Nederland Edusogno Voltijd

    **Language Learning Advisor** Edusogno, a pioneer in the E-learning sector, is committed to offering tailored English language learning solutions to a wide range of clients. Our mission is to make learning English accessible, effective, and engaging for everyone, regardless of language proficiency or cultural background. We are looking for a Language...

  • PhD position in Arctic Landscape Archaeology

    6 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    Job description We are seeking self-motivated applicants for a four-year, fully-funded PhD position focusing on compiling, modeling and mapping archaeological data on subsistence harvesting among Inuit (from ca. AD 1250 to 1950) across the ecologically-rich land- sea- and icescapes of the Foxe Basin region of central Nunavut, Inuit Nunangat (the...

  • PhD Opportunity for Advanced Neuroimaging Researcher

    4 weken geleden

    Groningen, Groningen, Nederland UMCG Voltijd

    Company Overview: The UMCG is a leading research institute with state-of-the-art facilities, providing a supportive academic environment within a collaborative team that values diversity and inclusion.Salary: The gross starting salary amounts to € 2,901 per month, and will increase to €3,677 in the fourth year. In addition to the salary you will receive...

  • Phd Electrocatalysis for Solid Oxide Cells Towards

    2 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    Responsibilities and tasks - Synthesis and characterization of electrocatalysts for solid oxide cells for steam electrolysis. - Fabrication of single cells with targeted characteristics. - Characterization of materials and electrocatalysts’ evaluation of the reaction mechanisms. - Preparation of scientific articles and conference communications. - Teaching...

  • Phd Position in Arctic Landscape Archaeology

    6 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    We are seeking self-motivated applicants for a four-year, fully-funded PhD position focusing on compiling, modeling and mapping archaeological data on subsistence harvesting among Inuit (from ca. AD 1250 to 1950) across the ecologically-rich land - sea - and icescapes of the Foxe Basin region of central Nunavut, Inuit Nunangat (the traditional Inuit...

  • Phd Social-historical Analysis of Regional

    6 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    Within the Chair Group of Economic and Social History, Faculty of Arts at the University of Groningen, the Netherlands, a fully funded PhD position is currently available. The position will be within the ERC-funded project “Coping with decline: Comparative social-historical analysis of depopulation and community welfare in Europe, 1950-2022...

  • PhD in Machine Learning for Hyperkinetic Movement Disorders

    4 weken geleden

    Groningen, Groningen, Nederland UMCG Voltijd

    Unlock the Future of Medical DiagnosticsWe are seeking a talented PhD candidate to join our research team at the Expertise Center Movement Disorders Groningen, department of Neurology, UMCG. As part of this exciting project, you will pioneer the integration of computational innovation into clinical application, significantly impacting medical...

  • Phd Position Social-historical Analysis of Regional

    6 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    Within the Chair Group of Economic and Social History, Faculty of Arts at the University of Groningen, the Netherlands, a fully funded PhD position is currently available. The position will be within the ERC-funded project “Coping with decline: Comparative social-historical analysis of depopulation and community welfare in Europe, 1950-2022...

  • Phd Position On Regional Variation of Frisian

    6 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    Melodies of the North will result in a detailed digital archive of spoken Frisian, encapsulating the rich diversity of dialects found across the region. The project seeks not only to preserve these linguistic variations via a digital archive, but also to analyze their unique phonetic features. This multidimensional approach aims to enhance our understanding...

  • Phd On The Legal Aspects of Indigenous Subsistence

    6 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    We are seeking self-motivated applicants for a four-year, fully-funded PhD position focusing on the Western and traditional legal systems regulating the subsistence harvesting of Northern animals (e.g., seals, walruses, whales, caribou, fish, birds and others) by Arctic Indigenous peoples, with a focus on Inuit of Nunavut, Inuit Nunangat (the traditional...

  • Phd Contentious Politics and Democratic Renewal in

    2 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    This 36 month PhD position is part of the European project Trans4Demo, which seeks to understand and respond to the challenges of populism for just sustainability transitions policy and liberal democratic values in Europe. The project will investigate the role and evolution of different forms of contentious politics (social movements and bottom-up...

  • PhD position in Nanoparticles for Intestinal Diseases

    6 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    Job description Intestinal fibrosis is a common complication in chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) like Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis. It is a serious therapeutic problem, which is difficult to diagnose and treat. Intestinal tissue is easy to access with nanoparticles, which offers excellent opportunities for therapy and diagnosis...

  • German Language Teacher

    2 weken geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    The University of Groningen has an international reputation as a dynamic and innovative centre of higher education offering high-quality teaching and research. Balanced study and career paths in a wide variety of disciplines encourage the 31,000 students and researchers to develop their own individual talents. Belonging to the best research universities in...

  • PhD in Computational Neuroimaging for Hyperkinetic Movement Disorders

    3 weken geleden

    Groningen, Groningen, Nederland UMCG Voltijd

    Seeking a talented PhD candidate to join our team at the Expertise Center Movement Disorders Groningen, department of Neurology, UMCG. As a research-intensive institution with state-of-the-art facilities, we provide an ideal environment for groundbreaking work in medical technology.Job OverviewWe are looking for a highly motivated and skilled PhD candidate...

  • Phd Position Financial Economics of Slavery

    2 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

    The PhD position is embedded in the research programme Economics, Econometrics and Finance of FEB’s Research Institute. The project will be supervised by Abe de Jong, in cooperation with Tim Kooijmans (RMIT) and Peter Koudijs (NYU). Organisation Since its foundation in 1614, the University of Groningen has enjoyed an international reputation as a dynamic...

  • Phd Position

    6 maanden geleden

    Groningen, Nederland UMCG Voltijd

    **Functiebeschrijving**: The project will be focused on: 1) material science for developing strategies for efficient EVs retention into a protein-based hydrogel system; 2) study of the mechano-structural properties of the target tissue for designing promising architectures for bioprinting; 3) bioprinting technology for manufacturing constructs with refined...