Call for applications for PhD project:
Spatially Integrated Abstraction of Genetic Molecules
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We
look for candidates for a fully-funded PhD position that takes place
within a scientific initiative of studying, understanding, and
formalizing visual abstractions. By considering abstraction as a general
transformation from data into meaningful visual stimuli, the project
will address aspects of geometric abstraction, illumination abstraction,
abstraction in terms of levels of detail, or other relevant aspects of
visualization. In particular, this PhD work should focus on visual
abstractions that are meaningful in context of studying DNA
macromolecular structural composition and its organization into
higher-level structures up to chromosomes.
More information:
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Required applicants skills:
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* highly motivated student
* Master's degree (M.Sc., M. Eng, or equivalent) in computer science or closely related fields
* education background in one or more of the following fields:
visualization, computer graphics, and human-computer interaction
* interest in applications in structural biology
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previous experience in these fields (in particular, visualization)
would be highly beneficial (evident, for example, in form of
publications)
* experience in modern computer graphics (GPU) programming
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fluent in written and spoken English (French language skills are not
required but would be beneficial for living in France and interacting
with people outside of the lab)
Application package (to be prepared in English):
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detailed CV (including education, degrees and dates,
publications/scientific presentations, skills/experiences in programming
languages, project work, academic awards, ...)
* motivation letter explaining why you apply specifically for this project and why you are the perfect candidate
* summary of the Master’s thesis
* transcript of the grades from the Master’s degree
* contact details for two or more academic references
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prepare all application documents electronically and in English
(transcripts do not need to be translated, these are sufficient in the
native language)
* send a link (e.g., though DropBox, Box, OneDrive, or similar services) to the application file (one big PDF file named familyname_givenname.pdf) by e-mail to Tobias Isenberg <tobias.isenberg@inria.fr>
Deadlines:
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application deadline: applications are reviewed as they are received;
however, for full consideration please submit your application by
February 28, 2017
* starting date: September 1, 2017
About us:
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Inria
is the French national institute for computer science and applied
mathematics. It is recognized for its world-class contributions to
computer science and is and is distributed across eight research centers
located throughout France. The Aviz team is part of the research center
in Saclay which is located in the greater Paris area, with many
connections to universities, other research centers, and companies. Many
of the Inria Saclay researchers live in Paris and commute to the lab
each day. The Paris region, of course, is a vibrant urban center within
Europe that offers many exciting opportunities for cultural activities,
sports, and other events.
