The Immersive Media Group at the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Human-Computer Media at the University of Würzburg, Germany are inviting applications for a PhD Position for a period of 4 years starting in October 2013 (or later).
The responsibilities include teaching in the study courses “Media Communication” and “Human-Computer Interaction”. In addition, it is expected that candidates participate in research projects at the Immersive Media Group (img.uni-wuerzburg.de/en), in particular in the area of perceptual user interfaces for 3D touch interaction, and pursue a doctoral degree.
It is required that candidates hold a (natural scientific) university degree (diploma or master), preferably in the fields Computer Science (in Media) or Human-Computer-Interaction, have very good programming skills and interest in interdisciplinary teamwork.
Preferable are skills and knowledge in the field of interaction techniques, user studies, as well as expertise with in-/output devices (e.g., stereoscopic displays, multi-touch devices, etc.), good command of English, as well as interests in at least one of the following research fields:
• Virtual, Augmented or Mixed Reality,
• Human-Computer Interaction,
• Interactive 3D Computer Graphics,
• Computer Vision,
• Interaction Design,
• Perceptual Psychology, and/or
• Cognitive Sciences.
Salary for the PhD position is according to E13 TV-L (100% position, 4 years).
The university seeks to increase the number of female researchers, and we particularly invite women to apply. Handicapped applicants will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Part-time positions are possible. The position is open starting October 1, 2013. Screening of candidates will begin at middle of September, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications with the typical information should be sent as pdf document not later than September 1, 2013:
Prof. Dr. Frank Steinicke
frank.steinicke@uni-wuerzburg.de
martes, 27 de agosto de 2013
Open Position with the Computer Graphics and Virtual Reality Group Bremen
Post-graduate
research position (full-time) with the SFB/TR 8 Spatial Cognition / Department
for Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Bremen, Germany, to
be filled as soon as possible
Project
I8-[DextrousSpace] -
Dextrous
Spatial Interactive Manipulation of Virtual Objects Salary is according to the
German Federal pay scale (TV-L 13, gross salary approx.EUR 40,000 p.a.,
supported by the German Research Foundation (DFG)).
Project
Description:
The
Computer Graphics and Virtual Reality group is seeking a researcher for
scientific work on natural and direct interaction methods in virtual
environments.
The
successful candidate will be expected to take over responsibility for and
perform both theoretical research and practical development towards a PhD
degree.
Research
areas will be novel virtual interaction methods, physically-based simulation,
and geometric acceleration data structures. One goal of the work is to develop
realistic, real-time, direct spatial manipulation methods, in particular those
that involve dextrous manipulations using virtual hands and other metaphors.
Major challenges are the real-time requirements, numerical robustness, and
physical plausibility. Another goal are 3D virtual system control methods. As
part of your work you will present your results at internationally visible
venues.
About
us:
The
position offers great opportunities for collaboration with other members of the
Collaborative Research Center on Spatial Cognition, a vibrant research
environment where a broad range of activities related to space and cognition
are being pursued(ranging from robotics to neuro-informatics to psychology).
The
successful candidate will be working with a dynamic, friendly, and helpful team
of computer graphics researchers. Our research group is part of the school of
computer science at University of Bremen. Our university is a mid-sized
university with about 20,000 students, offering a broad range of fringe
benefits such as sports facilities, cultural activities, and daycare.
Qualifications:
Candidates
should have an excellent Master's degree or equivalent in computer science or
mathematics, or related disciplines such as physics, etc. Ideally, you have
specialized in real-time computer graphics or physically-based simulation, and
you have good knowledge about applied mathematical methods and parallel
programming. Required skills are solid experience in C++ software development,
and a good command of English (reading/writing/speaking). In addition, the
successful candidate will be highly self-motivated, passionate about their
work, and have good ability to work both independently and in a team in a
multidisciplinary environment.
Conditions
of employment:
The
position is available for a period of 1.5 years. Upon successful completion,
the position can be prolonged (with different funding) for another 3-year
period, under the condition of job release.
As the
University of Bremen intends to increase the proportion of female employees in
science, women are particularly encouraged to apply. In case of equal personal
aptitudes and qualification, disabled persons will be given priority.
Applicants with a migration background are welcome.
How to
Apply & What to Do in Case of Questions:
Applications
should comprise a cover letter, complete CV, degree certificates (including
list of courses and grades), names and contact details of at least two
referees, and other credentials if any (e.g., recommendation letters,
publications, etc.). Please address questions about the position and send your
application (preferably by email) to:
Prof.
Dr. Gabriel Zachmann, zach at cs.uni-bremen.de Application deadline: September
12, 2013 (or until a suitable candidate is found).
G.
Zachmann
SFB/TR 8
Spatial Cognition
University
of Bremen
Bibliothekstr.
1
28359
Bremen / Germany. For a paper-based application, please make sure to only send
document copies as all received application material will be destroyed after
the selection process.
Graphics Visualization Postdoc at University of Zürich
EXPERIENCED
RESEARCHER, POSTDOC IN DISTRIBUTED PARALLEL GRAPHICS AND VISUALIZATION
Visualization
and MultiMedia Lab
University
of Zürich, Switzerland
JOB
SUMMARY
Open
position for a Postdoc in the area of real-time 3D graphics and interactive
scientific visualization at the University of Zürich. This position is for an
Experienced Researcher (ER) in an EU-FP7 Marie Curie Actions Initial Training
Network called DIVA: Data Intensive Visualization and Analysis.
DESCRIPTION
The DIVA
project is an international EU-FP7 Marie Curie Initial Training Network (ITN)
with a focus on structured and collaborative research and teaching activities
in Data Intensive Visualization and Analysis methodologies, in data-driven
science and technology application domains. DIVA involves three academic
institutions (University of Zürich, University of Rostock and Chalmers
Technical University), one research lab (CRS4) and two industrial partners
(Diginext and Holografika).
PROJECT
This
open position is for an experiences researcher, Postdoc, specifically in
computer science with a focus on parallel 3D computer graphics and scientific
visualization. With the continuing increase in parallelism, being it cluster of
distributed graphics nodes or multi-GPU solutions, flexible parallel as well as
distributed rendering methods and visualization systems are in high demand.
The
emphasis of this open position in this context is on the development of new
scalable multi-level dynamic load balancing techniques optimizing single-frame
parallel rendering as well as dynamic allocation of the visualization system’s
distributed graphics and computing resources. Furthermore, interoperability
including failure detection and recovery strategies are of primary interest as
well as the development of parallel and distributed visualization services
applying novel cloud-computing principles. Currently targeted application
domains include the aerospace industry, advanced display systems, bio-medical
imaging, geo-visualization, urban planning, architectural modeling, material
science, molecular visualization and more. Increasingly interactive in-situ
visualization solutions in the context of specific application domains are of
interest too.
On the
part of the applicant, this position requires a high interest and previous
experience not only in real-time graphics and scientific visualization, but
also in distributed and parallel cluster systems and services. Furthermore, a
strong interest and good skills in learning new programming frameworks,
3rd-party code and networked computer systems is necessary, as the targeted
research project also builds on previously developed frameworks.
The
activities of the position not only include research and continuing training,
but also support in teaching as well as administrative tasks and project
management. The main research goal is to conduct excellent research generating
results which are published and presented in top international journals and
conferences.
LOCATION
AND WORKPLACE
This
advertised position is at the University of Zurich (UZH), which is an
internationally recognized research university with faculties in medicine,
humanities, economics as well as mathematical and natural sciences. UZH is the
largest university in Switzerland and ranked among the top world leading
research universities, e.g. according to the Academic Ranking of World
Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University, and has recently been ranked top
15 in Europe (59th worldwide). The Department of Informatics (IFI) covers major
computer science and information management research and teaching topics, it
offers BSc, MSc as well as PhD degrees in computer science.
The
Visualization and MultiMedia Lab (VMML) and IFI, are located in the vibrant
city of Zürich as part of the university’s new Nord-Campus in Oerlikon in a
modern office building. The UZH Nord-Campus is conveniently located a short
walk off the Max-Bill Platz, center of the new trendy living, shopping and
business district New Oerlikon, as well as near the Oerlikon train, S-Bahn and
tram stations. Also the Zürich international airport (ZRH) is reachable within
minutes with public or private transportation. The surrounding area also offers
affordable living.
The DIVA
project involves frequent interactions, internships, workshops and summer
schools with the other international network partners. Hence the project
promotes short stays at other research labs and companies in other European
countries and cities (i.e. Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Sweden, France and
Hungary).
BENEFITS
ER
fellows and Postdocs are paid according to EU-FP7 regulations for Marie Curie
ITNs as well as according to local host regulations. ER and Postdoc
appointments will be made with respects to local host university and company
guidelines. Same applies for fringe benefits and vacation days.
COMMENT/WEB
SITE FOR ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS
Applicants
are obliged to engage in the DIVA training and research activities. See also http://www.diva-itn.eu.
For
application and further information contact: Prof. Renato Pajarola, mailto:pajarola@ifi.uzh.ch
REQUIREMENTS
A PhD
degree in computer science with a focus on 3D computer graphics or scientific
visualization from an internationally recognized university is required.
Applicants must not have worked or lived in Switzerland for 12 months during
the past 3 years.
The
prospective candidates are supposed to have an excellent background in computer
science and parallel and distribute systems as well as experience with computer
graphics and visualization. Exposure to parallel programming and distributed
systems is required. Interests in computational and numerical methods and
collaboration with domain scientists is beneficial as well.
Applications
must include a detailed CV/resume, information of university level educational
background and practical work experience in computer science, a short statement
of motivation and clear exposition of prior graphics and visualization
experience. Certified copies of transcripts, degrees and reference letters may
eventually be required.
DATES
AND MORE
Entrance
is subject to the successful evaluation of candidate(s), expected for 2014
Duration is expected to be 2 years for Postdocs
CONTACT
Prof.
Dr. Renato Pajarola
Visualization
and MultiMedia Lab, Department of Informatics, University of Zürich
Binzmühlestrasse 14
8050 Zürich
email: pajarola@ifi.uzh.ch
Computational Scientist for Virginia Tech Research Computing
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Working Title:
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Computational Scientist
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Faculty Rank:
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Lecturer
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Role Title:
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Professional Faculty
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Posting Number:
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AP0130139
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Position
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The person in this position will support faculty and students to
effectively implement high-performance visualization solutions such as
cluster rendering, remote rendering and distributed visual analytic tools in
a many-core and multi-node scientific computing environment. Provide
technical consulting and user support: debugging, supporting application
parallelization, performance tuning and innovation in the effective use of
high-performance visualization resources. Install, maintain, and support for
commercial and public domain software including workflow and data management
tools for analytics. Develop science and engineering educational program
(such as workshops and lecture series) for VT faculty and students. Pursue a
research agenda and collaborate with other VT science and engineering faculty
to create opportunities and projects for external grants. |
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Required Qualifications: |
The position requires a Masters or equivalent experience in science or
engineering discipline. Other requirements include: -Ability to understand the computational requirements of scientists and engineers in the use of high performance visualization technologies. -Experience in the deployment and technical troubleshooting of large scale visualization resources. -Experience in technical user support and parallel code development (for example, C++, Linux, OpenGL). -Experiences in graphics application profiling & optimization for large time series data sets using performance tools in High Performance Computing contexts. -Experience or familiarity with new technologies such as graphics accelerators and next-generation languages. -Experience in developing and providing trainings and workshops to staff, students, and faculty in an academic setting. -Demonstrated experience in successfully developing and leading research projects in scientific visualization through collaboration with external groups in some science and engineering domain. -Excellent interpersonal skills, communications skills, and organizational skills. -Self-motivated with proven capability to work effectively in team environment. |
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PhD is preferred. Experience in developing open source, scientific applications is a plus |
domingo, 11 de agosto de 2013
Lecturer and Senior Lecturer in Computing openings at University of Bradford
More information about each position in:
- Lecturer in Computing: http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AHA751/lecturer-in-computing/
- Senior Lecturer in Computing: http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AHA918/senior-lecturer-in-computing/
Nokia Ubimedia Awards 2013 Wake-up Call for Entries
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nokia Ubimedia Awards 2013 Wake-up Call for Entries 7th Annual International Competition on Ubiquitous Media 1st-3rd October 2013, Tampere FINLAND *** 6.000 Euros Award Sum *** Deadline: 19th August 2013 *** http://www.numa.fi ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- as to date we received quite a few great entries to NUMA 2013, but our jury still hungers for more challenging projects. This is a "NUMA 2013 Wake-Up Call" for your ubimedia submissions and we hope that you all you aspiring Ubimedia innovators out there take the chance to join prople who won the competition in the previous years - one of them runs a successful startup. 6000 Euros price sum and travels paid to visit MindTrek 2013 for the three best projects. All we need is a description of your project and if possible a short demonstration video. And we need it til August 15th. We do especially encourage student and PhD-projects, as well as innovative start-ups. Good luck and see you in Tampere! More about the competition & submission system: http:/www.numa.fi Competition Chairs Artur LUGMAYR, EMMi Lab, Tampere Univ. of Technology, FINLAND Cai MELAKOSKI, School of Art, Music and Media, Tampere UAS (TAMK), FINLAND Ville LUOTONEN, Ubiquitous Computing Tampere Center of Expertise, Hermia Ltd., FINLAND Head of Jury Bjoern STOCKLEBEN, Project "Cross Media", University of Applied Sciences Magdeburg-Stendal, GERMANY
Post-doc position at Virginia Tech - AR for historical inquiry learning
Center for Human-Computer Interaction, Virginia Tech "Exploring the Potential of Mobile Augmented Reality for Scaffolding Historical Inquiry Learning" The Center for HCI at Virginia Tech, in collaboration with the School of Education and the Department of History, is seeking a post-doctoral scholar for an NSF-funded project in the Cyberlearning program. The post-doc will work primarily on a new project involving mobile AR for teaching and learning historical inquiry - the process historians use to make sense of the past. A brief project summary follows: The overarching question guiding our work is how and to what extent AR technologies can be used to support learning of critical inquiry strategies and processes; we will explore this question within the context of history education. The primary contribution of this work will be a deep exploration of how mobile AR technology can support learning, not of facts, but instead of critical thinking and inquiry. We will compare AR to classroom- and virtual-world-based alternatives to examine the tradeoffs between them. The lessons learned will serve as a foundation for applications targeting disciplines other than history. Finally, our research will contribute a better understanding of how the affordances of AR can be matched to learning goals, and how AR design choices impact student experiences. The ideal candidate will: - have a Ph.D. in computer science, human-computer interaction, or a related discipline - have a high-quality record of publication in the areas of augmented reality, virtual reality, human-computer interaction, or educational technologies - be familiar with the research literature and best practices in mobile augmented reality - be a proficient software developer, especially with mobile platforms and augmented reality - have a background in all phases of usability engineering: requirements analysis, design, prototyping, and both formal and informal evaluation - have an interest in educational uses of AR and other advanced technologies The position is for one year, and may be renewed for a second year based on performance. We are looking to fill the position as soon as possible, to begin as early as September 2013 and no later than January 2014. In addition to the research outlined above, the post-doc will receive mentoring towards a scholarly career, opportunities to lecture, experience in advising and managing student researchers, and experience in research project management. Interested applicants should send a CV and a brief cover letter to Doug Bowman (bowman@vt.edu).
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology in Germany: W1-Juniorprofessor
The
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology in Germany extends its activities in
computer graphics and visualization and we currently have an open
position for a Juniorprofessor in visual computing.
We are seeking a scientifically established person with experience in one or more of the following research areas:
- efficient algorithms for graphics and visualization
- processing, analysis and visualization of large/big data
- interactive modeling, simulation and animation
- perceptual methods for computer graphics and visualization
- procedural and data-driven creation of 3D content
- acquisition and reconstruction of 3D geometry and materials.
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