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 is offering within the BMBF Research Network on Musculoskeletal Diseases a
Research position – PhD Student (f/m)
Pay grade E 13 TV-L Berlin (100%)
Reference code: WA 09/15-SP P4
The position will be a fixed-term contract for two years with the option to be extended.
Research Topic
Analysis and quantification of morphological and structural changes in cartilage of joints, based on modern, multi-modal medical imaging techniques. Assessment of correlation between image information and existing scores, identification of new image-based scores for gradual osteoarthritis, and development of methods and algorithms for automatic, image-based classification.
Requirements
- above average master or diploma degree in computer sciences or mathematics
- excellent knowledge in image processing and 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
- ability to work in a team as well as independently and goal-oriented
- good communication skills in English
The successful candidate 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. Non-PhD candidates are strongly encouraged to pursue a doctoral degree in conjunction with this work.
Since ZIB is an equal opportunities employer, we kindly encourage female candidates to apply for this job offer.
Persons with disabilities will be given preference, when equally qualified.
Please send your application, quoting the reference code WA 09/15-SP P4, including CV and all relevant documents until 13th March, 2015 to
Konrad-Zuse-Zentrum für Informationstechnik Berlin (ZIB)
- Administration -
Takustr. 7
14195 Berlin-Dahlem
or electronically to: @email.
For more information about the field of work, please visit www.zib.de or contact the project heads Hon.-Prof. Hans-Christian Hege, Dr. Martin Weiser or Dr. Stefan Zachow (@email).