[visionlist] 2 PhD studentships in Computer Vision (Multiple Sclerosis detection in MRI) at University of Girona (Spain)

[Xavier Llado]

2 PhD Studentships in Computer Vision (Multiple Sclerosis detection in 
MRI) in the Computer Vision and Robotics group.
University of Girona
Girona, Spain

Fixed term appointments for 3 years.
PhD Studentships: Salary of 14500 euros per annum

We have 2 exciting new positions available within the Computer Vision 
and Robotics (VICOROB) Group of the Department of Computer Architecture 
and Technology. Detailed information about the research group can be 
found at http://vicorob.udg.edu. These research positions are associated 
with a new project funded by the Spanish and the Catalan goverments 
which aims to develop new computer vision techniques in the Medical 
Imaging Field. In particular, the interest of the project is the 
segmentation of tissues and lesions in MRI Brain images. Research on 
characterization, segmentation and registration will be done. Further 
information on the research area of the project and informal queries can 
be directed to llado at eia.udg.edu

Applicants for the PhD Studentships will need to have a good honours 
degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, 
Physics or another related area and be able to demonstrate a strong 
mathematical background. A Masters degree (or equivalent) in Computer 
Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or another related area is 
also essential for this post. High levels of ability in computing and 
programming skills (Matlab and C++) are required. Research experience in 
image processing, computer vision, or machine learning, and a clear 
interest in vision are also desirable. All applicants must be fluent in 
spoken and written English.

Applications must include the following:
• A full CV including, University degrees and dates, past and present 
posts, publications and the names and addresses of referees.
• A 1 page research statement should be provided indicating what you see 
are interesting research issues relating to the above post, why your 
expertise is relevant, and what your future research plans are.

Applications should be sent via email to:

Dr. Xavier Lladó
VICOROB group
University of Girona

Email: llado at eia.udg.edu

The closing date for the applications is: 25 November 2009

Valuing diversity and commitment to equality of opportunity

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Dr. Xavier Lladó
Computer Vision and Robotics Group
University of Girona
Campus de Montilivi s/n
17071 Girona
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mail: llado at eia.udg.edu
www: http://eia.udg.edu/~llado
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