Hao Dong
3 days ago
PhD and Postdoctoral Positions in Multimodal Learning, Generative AI, and Vision-Language Models Tampere University in Finland
Degree Level
PhD, Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
PhD positions are typically 4 years and fully funded with comprehensive benefits under Tampere University policies and the Finnish social security system. Postdoctoral positions are available for up to 3 years and are fully funded with comprehensive benefits under Tampere University policies and the Finnish social security system. Research internships/thesis/collaboration opportunities may be paid but are not the priority.
Country
Finland
University
Tampere University

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Hao Dong is actively recruiting PhD students and postdoctoral researchers to join his research group at ELLIS Institute Finland and Tampere University in Finland for Fall 2026 / Spring 2027.
The group works on machine learning, computer vision, multimodal learning, generative AI, and vision-language models, with a strong focus on foundation models and agentic systems that can safely adapt and generalize to new environments. Research applications mentioned include robotics, autonomous driving, healthcare, and industrial monitoring.
PhD positions: 2–3 openings are available. Applicants should have a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field; strong Python and PyTorch skills; hands-on deep learning experience; good English; and motivation for independent research and top-venue publishing. The positions are typically 4 years, fully funded, and include comprehensive benefits.
Postdoctoral positions: 1–2 openings are available for candidates with a PhD in Computer Science or a related field, a strong publication record, and good English. These positions are up to 3 years, fully funded, and include comprehensive benefits.
Other opportunities: Research interns, visiting students, thesis students, and collaborators are welcome year-round for opportunities longer than 3 months, on-site or remote. Paid positions are possible but selective.
How to apply: Send a single PDF to [email protected] with the subject line “[Role] - [Your Name] - [Starting]”. Include your CV, transcript, a short research statement, optional supporting documents, and 2–3 referees. Applications for PhD and postdoc roles are reviewed in batches; internship applications are rolling.
Funding details
PhD positions are typically 4 years and fully funded with comprehensive benefits under Tampere University policies and the Finnish social security system. Postdoctoral positions are available for up to 3 years and are fully funded with comprehensive benefits under Tampere University policies and the Finnish social security system. Research internships/thesis/collaboration opportunities may be paid but are not the priority.
What's required
PhD applicants should have a Master’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field; strong programming skills, especially in Python and PyTorch; hands-on deep learning experience; good written and spoken English (at least IELTS 6.5 or equivalent); and motivation for independent research and publishing at top venues. Postdoctoral applicants should have a PhD in Computer Science or a related field, a strong publication record at top-tier conferences and journals, and good English. Research interns, visiting students, thesis students, and collaborators should be motivated and able to commit for more than 3 months; paid positions are selective.
How to apply
Email a single PDF to [email protected] with the subject line “[Role] - [Your Name] - [Starting]”. Include your CV, transcript, a brief research statement, optional supporting documents, and names/contact details of 2-3 referees. Applications for internships are reviewed on a rolling basis; doctoral and postdoctoral applications are reviewed in batches.
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