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viernes, 3 de mayo de 2019

2 PhD/PostDoc positions in HCI + 2D/3D Visualization

The Interactive Media Lab (https://imld.de/) at Technische Universität
Dresden, Germany is offering two PhD or postdoc positions (fully paid) in the field of data visualization/exploration using (multimodal) interaction in novel
display environments, including AR/VR settings. 

1 position (full time) in the collaborative research center "Foundations of
Perspicuous Software Systems" (https://www.perspicuous-computing.science/)
in the field of interactive information visualization, immersive visualization and natural interaction. Application deadline: end of May or until position is filled.

1 position (full time) in the cluster of excellence "Physics of Life" 
(https://physics-of-life.tu-dresden.de/) in the field of immersive analytics
and immersive scientific data exploration using natural interaction techniques in mixed reality environments. Registration deadline 9 May, application submission until 20 May 2019.

Details can be found here: https://imld.de/jobs/. Dresden is a great place to live, a vibrant city of culture, architecture and stunning nature nearby.

martes, 30 de abril de 2019

PhD studentship in Machine Learning for Computational Photography - University of Cambridge

A funded PhD studentship is available at the Department of Computer Science and Technology, beginning in either October 2019 or January 2020. This doctoral studentship is for both UK/EU and overseas applicants interested in working on a PhD thesis in the area of machine learning for computational photography. The application must be submitted by 30 June 2019.

The studentship will involve work on improving the visual quality of video captured with digital sensors. Such video may be affected by noise, extreme illumination conditions (high dynamic range) and sensor limitations. The aim is to develop algorithms that combine both machine learning and computational photography methods to recover video of higher visual quality than the input. This could involve, for example, upscaling the content from standard- to high-dynamic range or reducing the visibility of noise in dark areas, while ensuring that the reconstructed video is temporarily stable.

Further details:

http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/21282/

martes, 16 de abril de 2019

Open Positions in Geometric Computing and VR

At the University of Bremen, there are two positions open in the areas of geometric computing and virtual reality.

Applicants should have a background in computer science, physics, applied mathematics, or related fields.

More information can be found at

http://cgvr.informatik.uni-bremen.de/jobs.shtml

jueves, 11 de abril de 2019

Two PhD positions: Eye tracking in VR, Computer Science

The VR and HCI labs at the University of Louisiana have two NSF-funded PhD student positions available in Computer Science for research on headset-based eye tracking to improve educational VR. The work consists primarily of developing and evaluating approaches to make VR environments responsive to detected (in)attention and additionally to present gaze information to teachers to help them guide students in VR.

Candidates should have a background in Computer Science and a strong commitment to VR research. To apply, first contact Christoph W. Borst (christoph.borst@louisiana.edu) or Arun Kulshreshth (arunkul@louisiana.edu). Provide a CV including references, a cover letter, and any other materials to demonstrate background and interest (e.g., project results, recommendation letter).
Afterwards, formal application will be through our graduate school (preferred by April 30, but some exceptions are possible): https://cmix.louisiana.edu/computer-sciences/computer-science/doctoral

Depending on visa status and background, positions can begin in fall (August) of 2019 or later.

CACS VR Lab : https://vrlab.cmix.louisiana.edu/
HCI Lab : http://www.arunkulshreshth.com/

viernes, 8 de febrero de 2019

PhD Position in VR at KU Leuven, Belgium

The Artificial Realities and Interactive Ambients (ARIA, https://aria.cs.kuleuven.be) team is a new initiative within the Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) research group at the Department of Computer Science of KU Leuven. Our goal is to start a new Virtual Reality research team in the heart of Europe, at one of Europe's best universities (48th position in THE World University Rankings).

# Project #

We have an opening available for a PhD research project. The project will explore the evaluation of the technologies of tomorrow, today, through the simulation of Virtual Reality scenarios. The candidate will contribute in exploring this direction through the development of interactive VR systems, and the validation of evaluation methodologies and research through design practices in the context of Virtual Reality.

# Profile #

Candidates should have a background in Computer Science or related fields, with a strong interest in Virtual Reality, Human-Computer Interaction, and/or design research. You will have demonstrable experience of programming 3D interactive systems and hardware prototyping. Demonstrable knowledge of the main 3D Engines (e.g., Unity and Unreal) is preferred. Knowledge of hardware frameworks (e.g., Arduino) and experience with 3D modelling will be an advantage but is not required. You will also have an excellent knowledge of both written and spoken English. Although Dutch is the administrative language of the university, you will not be required to learn the language. Day-to-day supervision will be in English.

# Offer #

This position is available immediately at the Arenberg campus of the KU Leuven. You will join an international work environment with the ambition of kickstarting a new VR research team at the centre of Europe. The position is fully funded for the first two years (in Belgium a PhD requires up to four years) with the option of extending it to four years, subject to a positive evaluation.

# How to apply #

In order to apply please prepare and submit the following information:

1. An academic Curriculum Vitae, including a list of your publications (if any), and at least one letter of recommendation.

2. A covering letter stating your research interests and how they relate to this project. Give details of any related research experiences you have been part of (e.g. master thesis, publications, internships).

3. A short video (or a link) of a 3D application, game or other related artefact you created even if not strictly related to a research project (optional, but strongly encouraged).

For more information please contact Prof. dr. Adalberto Simeone, tel.: +32 16 37 71 59, mail: adalberto.simeone@kuleuven.be. Please quote "PhD position" in the subject.

You can apply for this job no later than March 01, 2019 via the online application tool at https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/jobs/55017638?hl=en&lang=en

KU Leuven seeks to foster an environment where all talents can flourish, regardless of gender, age, cultural background, nationality or impairments. If you have any questions relating to accessibility or support, please contact us at diversiteit.HR@kuleuven.be.

lunes, 21 de enero de 2019

Computer Graphics Group at Bielefeld University (Germany): PhD or PostDoc candidate

The Computer Graphics Group at Bielefeld University (Germany) is looking for a PhD or PostDoc candidate for a large collaborative and interdisciplinary project on Virtual Reality therapy for adiposity, starting in May 2019. The goal of the project is to develop novel therapy procedures by using state-of-the-art VR/AR technologies for stimulating a change in body perception, for instance by modulating participants' avatars.

Please forward this call to interested students or PhD students.

Successful candidates should have

- a Master's or PhD degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field

- very good knowledge of geometric modelling and computer animation

- good knowledge in interactive computer graphics and machine learning

In case of questions, please contact Prof. Mario Botsch (botsch@techfak.uni-bielefeld.de). Applications should be sent in electronic form to Silke Koelsch (skoelsch@techfak.uni-bielefeld.de) and should include the usual documents (letter of motivation, curriculum vitae, certificates).

Please note that the deadline for application is already January 31, 2019.

viernes, 18 de enero de 2019

Funded PhD position at Inria in Paris

We are inviting applications for a fully funded PhD position on the interactive visual exploration and classification of time-dependent 3D datasets in biology, specifically concerning the cell division in the development of plant embryos.