Research Assistant / Research Assistant

Research Assistant / Pairwise Comparison of Subvectors in a Large Number of Matrices

Location: Zurich, Fixed-term (10%-30%)

The chair pursues research mainly in the areas of applied international and public economics and in applied econometrics. Our research findings are disseminated through presentations at international conferences and workshops, as well as publications in leading academic journals in economics.

Project Background

We have fully vectorized data from a large number of musical scores, where each score is represented by a matrix. The objective is to perform pairwise comparisons of n-grams (snippets of fixed size) across all these scores to establish similarity scores for each pair of pieces.

Job Description

The data set is extensive, necessitating a simplified (condensed) approach:

• Consider the most relevant columns in a piece, specified based on informed assumptions.
• Examine random segments of pieces (or segments of segments) instead of the entire matrix.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the simplified approach using a small set of complete score comparisons.

Profile

We are seeking a student proficient in C++ or RUST as well as Python.

Currently, Python routines exist to perform the tasks on full matrices; however, the following adjustments are required:

• The routines must be adapted to execute the approach based on random snippets of selected data.
• Leverage C++ or RUST for enhanced performance, as Python’s execution speed is slower.

Workplace

Your workplace offers the unique opportunity to be a part of ETH Zurich, a distinguished institution that supports professional development while actively contributing to positive societal change. Here, you can expect numerous benefits, including:

• Public transport season tickets and car sharing.
• A wide range of sports offered by ASVZ.
• Access to childcare and attractive pension benefits.

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Curious? So are We.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

For further information about CAE, please visit our homepage. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Loumeau Gabriel at g.s.loumeau@vu.nl (no applications).

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