Funded Ph.D. Positions at the Max Planck ETH Center for Learning Systems
Join a prestigious joint doctoral training program in learning systems between ETH Zurich and the Max Planck Society.
Best for:Best for master's graduates in computer science, engineering, or mathematics with a strong interest in machine learning, AI, and robotics research.
Overview
The Center for Learning Systems (CLS) doctoral training program is a competitive joint initiative between ETH Zurich in Switzerland and the Max Planck Society in Germany. Fellows in this program engage in basic research across diverse topics in artificial intelligence, robotics, machine learning, and computer science. The position involves co-supervision by advisors from both ETH Zurich and participating Max Planck institutes or the ELLIS Institute Tübingen, including a mandatory 12-month research exchange. Upon successful completion, candidates are awarded a doctoral degree registered through ETH Zurich.
What you'll do
- Conduct original, high-impact basic research in areas such as machine learning, robotics, AI, or computer vision.
- Collaborate closely with co-advisors across ETH Zurich and participating Max Planck institutes.
- Complete a mandatory 12-month research exchange at the partner institution location.
- Register and fulfill graduate coursework and milestone requirements as a doctoral student at ETH Zurich.
- Publish research findings in top-tier peer-reviewed academic venues.
- Participate in the academic activities, seminars, and training events of the CLS doctoral program.
Requirements
Degree required: Master Degree or equivalent
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; excellent proficiency required
Instruction: English
- Strong background in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or related quantitative disciplines
- Demonstrated interest and capability in conducting basic academic research
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in an international, interdisciplinary research environment
- Hold or be about to complete a Master degree or equivalent qualification
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-02 (Europe/Brussels)
Interested applicants should submit their complete application package through the online application portal provided on the program website before the stated deadline.
- CV
- Transcripts
- Reference letters
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