Join Us!
Who are we?
We are the Interactive Data Group at Zhejiang University (ZJUIDG), one of the leading research groups
in data visualization globally, under the supervision of Prof. Yingcai Wu, and co-supervised by myself. Specifically, I conduct cutting-edge research at the intersection of large language models (LLMs) and
visual analytics, through a dedicated division: ZJUIDG-AIVA (AI with Visual Analytics).
Our team has consistently ranked among the top worldwide on
CSRankings.org
in the visualization field.
Who are we looking for?
Each year, I recruit 1-2 PhD students and 3-4 Master's students, jointly with Prof. Wu.
We welcome those who are passionate about:
- Trustworthy LLMs
- LLM-driven Visual analytics
- Data mining and Artificial Intelligence
Ideal candidates possess one or more of the following skills:
- Experience in large model pretraining, fine-tuning, and deployment
- Strong algorithm development capabilities
- Proficient frontend/backend engineering skills
English proficiency and a solid mathematical foundation are essential. The ability to understand and reproduce top conference papers is a basic requirement for graduate study.
We especially welcome students who aim to pursue a PhD, including those considering a Master-to-PhD transition or overseas doctoral studies.
What do we offer?
- Top-tier research environment, strong computing infrastructure, and dedicated hands-on mentorship
- Opportunities for 6–12 month academic exchanges with leading institutions (e.g., MSRA, CMU, UCSD, ETH) for PhD students
- Guaranteed support for attending at least one international conference during the PhD; full coverage for all first-author papers
- Competitive daily stipends, with additional funding for students engaged in engineering-oriented projects
- Connections to top-tier industry opportunities, including high-level offers from companies such as Huawei
If you're passionate, curious, and ready to explore the future of intelligent visual analytics,
we look forward to hearing from you!
How to Apply
We welcome applications from highly motivated students throughout the year. If you're interested in joining our group, there are multiple paths available:
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For PhD applicants: We encourage you to apply through the
ZJUCS Summer Camp (浙江大学计算机学院暑期夏令营)
, typically held in early summer. During the camp, you will interact with members of ZJUIDG and have the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. If you perform well but are not admitted due to the limited number of PhD openings, you are encouraged to consider the Master's path described below.
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For Master's applicants: You may apply through the
Graduate Student Recommendation in September (浙江大学软件学院9月研究生推免).
Outstanding Master's students will have the opportunity to transfer to the PhD track later on.
Please note that I am not an industry-focused advisor.
Master's students typically receive an internship opportunity only in their second year, usually no longer than three months.
If you are looking for extensive industry internships starting immediately after enrollment, our team may not be the most suitable fit.
If you're unsure which path is most suitable for you, feel free to email me to start a conversation. Please prepare your CV, academic transcript, and a brief statement of interest outlining your background, goals, and motivation for applying.
You may contact me via email:
dengdazhen@zju.edu.cn