Senior Research Associate in Agent-Based Modelling

at  University of Oxford

The Department of Computer Science seeks to employ a senior researcher to work on a project in the area of agent-based modelling/multi-agent systems, under the direction of PI Professor Michael Wooldridge. The post is full-time, fixed term position, tenable immediately, and will be available until the end of September 2026, subject to satisfactory review. The position will be based within the Department’s offices in central Oxford.
The successful candidates will work with Professor Wooldridge and Professors Ani Calinescu and Doyne Farmer on one or more of the following four areas: modelling languages for agent-based models (with particular interest in probabilistic programming); populating agent-based models with realistic agent behaviours (e.g., using machine learning techniques); calibrating large-scale agent-based models; and the validation and verification of agent-based models (e.g., using techniques from game theoretic model checking/synthesis).
Candidates will be expected to have a PhD in a related area and should indicate their special area(s) of interest from the four topics above in a cover letter. The primary selection criteria will be relevant research experience and publication track record. The successful candidate should possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop research projects and methodologies. Ability to work as part of a team but to independently plan and manage a research project, including a research budget, is a must.
All applicants must complete an application form and submit a CV and supporting statement.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday, 8th April 2024. Interviews are expected to be held in April 2024.

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