research

Author: celrm

_pages/openings.md

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 # Open positions
 
+
 > **New positions available!**  
 > We are currently hiring for PhD and Postdoc positions. Check the details below and apply now!  
 > <span style="color:#d9534f"><strong>Application deadline: Ongoing</strong></span>
 
-If you are interested in joining our group or learning more about our research, please reach out to [Dr. Rebekka Burkholz](mailto:[email protected]).
+Are you curious about some of our research and have further questions? Feel free to drop us an e-mail ([[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])) to get in touch.
 
 For more general information on pursuing a PhD or postdoc at the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security, see the [CISPA Career Portal](https://career.cispa.de/).
 
-### Student positions at UdS
-We welcome Master and Bachelor students from Saarland University interested in completing their thesis with our group. We also offer paid internship (HiWi) positions at CISPA. Topics around machine learning theory and applications are available—see the [team](/team)'s interests and recent [publications](/publications) and contact us by email for more details.
+### What it is about
+
+Deep learning continues to achieve impressive breakthroughs across disciplines and is a major driving force behind a multitude of innovations. For instance, it has helped computers convert text into images, assist in the design of new drugs, generate code, and even find fast matrix multiplication algorithms. Yet, it comes at considerable costs. It requires huge amounts of data to learn complex models that are difficult to interpret and are vulnerable to attacks.
+
+The major goal of the Relational Machine Learning Lab is to alleviate these problems based on sound theoretical insights and broaden the applicability of deep learning across the natural sciences and biomedical domain.
 
 ### What we look for
 
 * We are particularly interested in candidates with affinity towards theory.
 * We value enthusiasm for research and curiosity for the inner workings of complex models.
-* We welcome applications by candidates from all backgrounds and also support non-standard careers.
+* The working language is English. A command of German is not required.
 
 Possible research topics include:
 
@@ -39,6 +43,13 @@ Possible research topics include:
   * International food trade
   * etc.
 
+### What we offer
+
+All positions are fully funded and come with excellent working conditions, such as a competitive salary, social security, 30 days of vacation, spacious offices, and generous travel support. Participation in teaching is encouraged, but not required.
+
+We are a small team with a flat management structure and a collaborative work culture. Everyone is welcome to engage in discussions and contribute to joint projects.
+
+The starting dates of the positions are flexible. We are committed to providing a healthy work environment and fostering diversity and respectful interaction. We welcome applications by candidates from all backgrounds and also support non-standard careers.
 
 ### Past open positions
 
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   * [Postdoctoral position in sparse machine learning](https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/144392).
   * [Joint postdoctoral position](https://www.krikamol.org/assets/pdf/cispa-joint-postdoc-2024.pdf) with [Krikamol Muandet](https://ri-lab.org/).
 
-* [PhD position in machine learning](https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/871979) (2022).
+* [PhD position in machine learning](https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/871979) (2022).
+
+### Student positions at UdS
+
+We welcome Master and Bachelor students from Saarland University interested in completing their thesis with our group. We also offer paid internship (HiWi) positions at CISPA. Topics around machine learning theory and applications are available—see the [team](/team)'s interests and recent [publications](/publications) and contact us by email for more details.

_pages/research.md

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-# Research
+# Research Areas
+
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+<div class="img-container">
+  <img src="/images/group/research/Group Banner.png" alt="Relational ML Group Banner" style="width:100%;">
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@@ -81,19 +81,22 @@ <h1 id="open-positions">Open positions</h1>
 <span style="color:#d9534f"><strong>Application deadline: Ongoing</strong></span></p>
 </blockquote>
 
-<p>If you are interested in joining our group or learning more about our research, please reach out to <a href="mailto:[email protected]">Dr. Rebekka Burkholz</a>.</p>
+<p>Are you curious about some of our research and have further questions? Feel free to drop us an e-mail (<a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>) to get in touch.</p>
 
 <p>For more general information on pursuing a PhD or postdoc at the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security, see the <a href="https://career.cispa.de/">CISPA Career Portal</a>.</p>
 
-<h3 id="student-positions-at-uds">Student positions at UdS</h3>
-<p>We welcome Master and Bachelor students from Saarland University interested in completing their thesis with our group. We also offer paid internship (HiWi) positions at CISPA. Topics around machine learning theory and applications are available—see the <a href="/team">team</a>’s interests and recent <a href="/publications">publications</a> and contact us by email for more details.</p>
+<h3 id="what-it-is-about">What it is about</h3>
+
+<p>Deep learning continues to achieve impressive breakthroughs across disciplines and is a major driving force behind a multitude of innovations. For instance, it has helped computers convert text into images, assist in the design of new drugs, generate code, and even find fast matrix multiplication algorithms. Yet, it comes at considerable costs. It requires huge amounts of data to learn complex models that are difficult to interpret and are vulnerable to attacks.</p>
+
+<p>The major goal of the Relational Machine Learning Lab is to alleviate these problems based on sound theoretical insights and broaden the applicability of deep learning across the natural sciences and biomedical domain.</p>
 
 <h3 id="what-we-look-for">What we look for</h3>
 
 <ul>
   <li>We are particularly interested in candidates with affinity towards theory.</li>
   <li>We value enthusiasm for research and curiosity for the inner workings of complex models.</li>
-  <li>We welcome applications by candidates from all backgrounds and also support non-standard careers.</li>
+  <li>The working language is English. A command of German is not required.</li>
 </ul>
 
 <p>Possible research topics include:</p>
@@ -115,6 +118,14 @@ <h3 id="what-we-look-for">What we look for</h3>
   </li>
 </ul>
 
+<h3 id="what-we-offer">What we offer</h3>
+
+<p>All positions are fully funded and come with excellent working conditions, such as a competitive salary, social security, 30 days of vacation, spacious offices, and generous travel support. Participation in teaching is encouraged, but not required.</p>
+
+<p>We are a small team with a flat management structure and a collaborative work culture. Everyone is welcome to engage in discussions and contribute to joint projects.</p>
+
+<p>The starting dates of the positions are flexible. We are committed to providing a healthy work environment and fostering diversity and respectful interaction. We welcome applications by candidates from all backgrounds and also support non-standard careers.</p>
+
 <h3 id="past-open-positions">Past open positions</h3>
 
 <ul>
@@ -128,6 +139,10 @@ <h3 id="past-open-positions">Past open positions</h3>
   <li><a href="https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/871979">PhD position in machine learning</a> (2022).</li>
 </ul>
 
+<h3 id="student-positions-at-uds">Student positions at UdS</h3>
+
+<p>We welcome Master and Bachelor students from Saarland University interested in completing their thesis with our group. We also offer paid internship (HiWi) positions at CISPA. Topics around machine learning theory and applications are available—see the <a href="/team">team</a>’s interests and recent <a href="/publications">publications</a> and contact us by email for more details.</p>
+
 </div>
 
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