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Universiteit Utrecht
PhD position in Machine learning in science and society A Dangerous Toy?
FULL TIME
November 3, 2024
Your job
The same machine learning methods that are unprecedently used across large areas of science are also wide ranging across society. ML models are determining what news we see, risk scores for fraud, and more. LLMs are structuring our knowledge with Chat GPT integrated with Bing search and Quora answers, even despite well documented cases of Chat GPT ‘hallucinations.’Current approaches to evaluating ML models in society have clustered around issues of fairness, bias, problems of justice by introducing ML models at scale, the right to explanation, and more. While all these issues remain important, there is a deep worry that ML models might not be providing us with genuine information or knowledge in the first place. Before we can make informed decisions about when and where ML models should be used across society, we need to understand their epistemic value.
The aim of this Ph D project is to bring methods and resources from philosophy of science (e.g. idealisation and representation) to answer important questions in AI ethics regarding appropriate use of ML models in society. How do ML models idealize social phenomena? When do the idealisations of ML models get in the way of acceptable use?
This Ph D project is part of the ERC Starting Grant project Machine Learning in Science and Society: A Dangerous Toy? (TOY) The project team consists of the PI (Emily Sullivan), this Ph D position, and two forthcoming postdoc positions. The Ph D candidate will be embedded within the theoretical philosophy group at Utrecht University and the Normative Philosophy of Science research lab.
Your qualities
- A Master’s degree in philosophy or related discipline by the start of the appointment;
- an interest in at least two of the following areas: philosophy of science, epistemology, philosophy of technology, ethics of AI, and public policy;
- a research-oriented attitude;
- fluent in spoken and written English.
Our offer
We offer:- a position for 18 months - after a positive evaluation the position will be extended for the remaining period of 30 months (48 months in total);
- a working week of 36 hours and a gross monthly salary between €2,872 and €3,670 in the case of full-time employment (salary scale P under the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU));
- 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus;
- a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave and flexible terms of employment based on the CAO NU.
About us
A better future for everyone. This ambition motivates our scientists in executing their leading research and inspiring teaching. At Utrecht University, the various disciplines collaborate intensively towards major strategic themes. Our focus is on Dynamics of Youth, Institutions for Open Societies, Life Sciences and Pathways to Sustainability. Sharing science, shaping tomorrow.The Faculty of Humanities has around 7,000 students and 1,100 staff members. It comprises four knowledge domains: Philosophy and Religious Studies, History and Art History, Media and Culture Studies, and Languages, Literature and Communication. With its research and education in these fields, the Faculty aims to contribute to a better understanding of the Netherlands and Europe in a rapidly changing social and cultural context. The enthusiastic and committed colleagues and the excellent amenities in the historical city centre of Utrecht, where the faculty is located, contribute to an inspiring working environment.
More information
For more information, please contact Emily Sullivan at e.e.sullivan@uu.nl.Candidates for this vacancy will be recruited by Utrecht University.
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As Utrecht University, we want to be a home for everyone. We value staff with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and identities, including cultural, religious or ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We strive to create a safe and inclusive environment in which everyone can flourish and contribute.We invite you to submit an application using the 'apply now' button. Your application should include:
- your curriculum vitae;
- your cover letter;
- contact information of two academic referees;
- a writing sample of maximum 10.000 words.
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