The Zuse Institute Berlin (ZIB) is a non-university research institute under public law of the state of Berlin. ZIB conducts research and development in the field of information technology, applied mathematics, and computer science focusing on modeling, simulation and optimization with scientific cooperation partners from academia and industry.
The division Mathematics for Life and Materials Sciences (research group Therapy Planning) is offering within the Modal:MedLab project a position as
PhD Student Pay grade E 13 TV-L Berlin (100%) (m/f)
or
PostDoc Pay grade E 14 TV-L Berlin (100%) (m/f)
Reference code: WA 55/14
The position is to be filled at 1st February or March, 2015 under a fixed-term contract for two years with the option to be extended.
Research Topics:
- Research in medical image and geometry processing
- Development of algorithms for image segmentation
- Development of shape and intensity models for anatomical structures
- Test and validation based on medical image data from various applications
Requirements:
- Above average university degree in mathematics, natural or computer sciences
- Excellent knowledge in computer vision, image processing, geometric modeling, or machine learning
- Profound knowledge in object oriented software development as well as programming skills in C++
- Strong interest in application oriented research & development within the area of medical image processing
- Interest in developing efficient algorithms also considering GPGPU programming
- Ability to communicative cooperation, both within a project group as well as with industry partners
- Ability to work independently and goal-oriented
- Very good communication skills in English
The successful applicant will work in an inspiring and pleasant environment and will receive adequate professional support. We offer a challenging scientific task, a high degree of autonomy and state-of-the-art technical infrastructure. Candidates are encouraged to pursue a doctoral degree in conjunction with their work at ZIB. The position will be initially financed for a period of two years with the possibility of extension.
Since ZIB is an equal opportunities employer, we kindly encourage female candidates to apply for this job offer.
Handicapped persons will be given preference to other equally qualified candidates.
Please send your application, quoting the reference code WA 55/14, including CV and all relevant documents until 31st December, 2014 to
Konrad-Zuse-Zentrum für Informationstechnik Berlin (ZIB)
- Administration -
Takustr. 7,
14195 Berlin-Dahlem
or electronically to: jobs
zib.de.
For more information about the field of work, please contact Dr. Stefan Zachow, E-mail: zachowzib.de