Austria: PhD Positions in Cognitive Vision, Vienna University of Technology

Austria: PhD Positions in Cognitive Vision, Vienna University of Technology (TU Vienna)

In relation to several EU research projects (GRASP, CogX, robots@home) and the Austrian Research Network Cognitive Vision we seek highly motivated researchers at PhD and PostDoc level with experience in computer vision, image processing, robotics and/or cognitive vision. To learn more about the above projects and the work at the Vision for Robotics Lab please visit http://robsens.acin.tuwien.ac.at/.

Requirements
The ideal candidates would possess strong skills in computer vision methods and good knowledge in either mathematics, cognitive science, or robotics. Candidates preferably should have excellent programming skills, want to work in teams, and should be ready to grasp the opportunity of an exchange with one of our project partners. Background can be, but is not limited to, one of the following disciplines: computer vision, computer science, cognitive science, mathematics, electrical or mechanical engineering, or technical physics.

Education Requirements: M.Sc., Dipl.-Ing. in Computer Science, Math, Physics, Engineering, or IT

Benefits, etc.
These positions shall be filled until March 2008 but can also start immediately. Positions are for a duration of up to four years. Depending on your qualification salary is up to EUR 26.012,- per year (after all social and insurance benefits and taxes this is net EUR 17.417,- per year). Vienna is a student city and we will assist you with finding housing and other living needs.

Application
Applicants should submit 1) a CV, including a brief research statement, 2) 1-3 recent publications in electronic format, and 3) the names and contact information of three individuals who can serve as references. The total file size of applications should be <>

Technische Universität Wien
Automation and Control Institute
Gusshausstrasse 27/376
Vienna 1040, Austria
Tel: +431/58801-37661
Fax: +431/58801-37697
Email: vincze[ at ]acin.tuwien.ac.at

Deadline: 30 September 2007

USA - Yerby Postdoctoral Fellowships at Harvard School of Public Health, Harvard University

About Harvard School of Public Health

The Harvard School of Public Health (hsph) is the direct descendent of the first professional public health training program in America. In contrast to medicine, which focuses on specific individuals and their treatment, the basic strategy of public health is to prevent disease in broad populations, an approach that is far reaching, efficient, and equitable.
The school has a celebrated history and global perspective. Working in over forty countries worldwide, members of the hsph faculty perform path-breaking research in such areas as hiv/aids, environmental hazards, reform of health systems, nutrition, genetic markers, health disparities, and the global burden of disease.

Located in the heart of the Harvard University Longwood campus, hsph adjoins Harvard Medical School and School of Dental Medicine, the Countway Library, and Harvard-affiliated hospitals such as Brigham and Women’s, the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Children’s Hospital.

About Yerby Postdoctoral Fellowship
The Yerby Postdoctoral Fellowship Program draws on the rich research environment and intellectual resources of one of the world’s premier public health training institutions. Named for Dr. Alonzo Smythe Yerby, an African-American pioneer in public health, this initiative is geared toward expanding the diversity of those entering academic public health. The program creates a bridge
between academic training in health-related disciplines and entry-level faculty positions at institutions throughout the United States.

The goal of the program is to advance the intellectual and professional development of each Yerby fellow. Under the guidance of a senior hsph faculty member with compatible interests, fellows develop their research agendas, gain experience in publishing papers in peer-reviewed journals and obtaining grant support, participate in a variety of professional development workshops, and increase their teaching expertise.

Yerby fellows receive a competitive salary with benefits for one year, renewable for a second year. Up to five new fellowships are awarded annually.