Post-Doc Fellow - Machine Vision and Deep Learning for Object Recognition

Location: University of Udine
Department: Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics
Unit: Artificial Vision and Real-Time System Laboratory – University of Udine (Italy)
Position: Post-Doc Fellow
Scientific fields: Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Deep Learning
Minimum Education Level: Ph.D.
Permit requirement: The candidate must already have a permit to work within Europe
Contact person: Dr. Niki Martinel, niki.martinel-AT-uniud.it
Job description:
The laboratory of Artificial Vision and Real-Time Systems (AViReS) is offering a one-year Post-Doc position -renewable for 1+ additional year(s)- to design, develop and evaluate visual based object-recognition solutions of objects lying on the sea surface.
Requirements:
We are looking for a highly-motivated, independent and skilled researcher with a PhD degree and related experience in machine vision, artificial intelligence and/or computer science/engineering.
A background and track record of peer-reviewed conference/journal publications in machine vision/machine learning is compulsory (object recognition, deep learning, etc.).
Experience with designing, managing and executing experiments is a mandatory requirement. Relevant knowledge, and at least 1 year of experience in developing visual based solutions is mandatory.
As the Post-Doc will be working in an interdisciplinary team in international cooperation with universities, research organizations and companies, we expect a pro-active and collaborative attitude and excellent communication skills both in presentations and writing.
Conditions of employment:
We offer a full time scientific position for a total period of 1 year.
Competitive salary. It can be increased depending on qualifications and experience.
As the candidate will be selected, the contract will be immediately activated. We expect the candidate to join the group as soon as possible. The contract may be extended for 1(+) additional year(s).
Employer:
University of Udine, Italy.
Within the Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and Physics, the Artificial Vision and Real-Time Systems (AViReS) lab carries out fundamental research on machine vision and artificial intelligence.
The lab has a large range of platforms and camera systems available.