Calling all data-driven minds! The Munich School for Data Science (MUDS) has announced a prestigious fully funded PhD position for students passionate about data science, applied mathematics, or computer science. With just one coveted spot open and a deadline fast approaching on May 6, 2025, this is a golden opportunity for ambitious scholars aiming to work at the intersection of data innovation and real-world impact.
The Opportunity
This full-time PhD program will begin as soon as possible and run for three years, conducted entirely in English. MUDS brings together some of Germany’s most prestigious institutions—Helmholtz Munich, HIRI, DLR, LMU, TUM, and Leibniz Supercomputing Center—alongside an expanding network of industry partners to train the next generation of data science pioneers.
Research Areas
MUDS offers research rooted in both theoretical advancements and practical applications, spanning:
- Machine learning & deep learning
- Data mining and large-scale analytics
- High-performance computing and analytics
- Data integration and model reduction
- Uncertainty quantification and multi-fidelity methods
Applications will focus on high-impact domains such as life sciences, health and medicine, robotics, and earth observation.
What Students Will Gain?
- A chance to develop and refine cutting-edge data science methodologies
- The opportunity to apply advanced techniques to real-world challenges within Helmholtz centers
- Participation in international conferences, research stays, and retreats
- Comprehensive training in both scientific skills and professional development
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in:
- Computer Science
- Applied Mathematics
- Or a related scientific discipline with a strong computational focus
Apply: https://www.mu-ds.de/
Applications must be submitted before the deadline: May 6, 2025.