Doctoral Researcher for Hybrid Intelligence (computer vision and deep learning) - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

We are now looking for

Doctoral Researcher, fixed term (in between 2024-2028)

to join us in the Research unit at the Faculty of ITEE, CMVS research center.

The Center for Machine Vision and Signal Analysis (CMVS) is a creative, open, and internationally attractive research center, combining the expertise of the University of Oulu computer vision and biosignal analysis scientists. Through expertise spanning decades and extensive international collaboration, CMVS continues to conduct internationally acknowledged work on the cutting edge of its research areas.

Our CMVS research center enjoys a high reputation in AI and CV in the computer science field. Our publications are in top-tier conferences and journals, including CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, NeurIPS, AAAI, TPAMI, IJCV, TIP, etc. We will ensure you produce high-quality research outcomes with the support of our international, supportive, and open-minded team.

About the job

The position is part of the Hybrid Intelligence: Human-AI Co-evolution and Learning in Multi-realities (HI) profiling research program at the University of Oulu, funded by the Academy of Finland in the Profi7 initiative. Your role will involve developing data processing and computing technology to help humans and machines understand each other in the following ways:

• By including machine learning methods for interpreting human emotions, intentions, preferences, and decision-making, it analyses facial expressions, body behaviors, and physiological signals
• Endowing machines with capabilities for expressing emotions through advanced interactive behavior synthesis algorithms
• Helping humans to understand machines by visualizing and explaining the internal states and status of data, algorithms, and models through multi-modality for mixed-reality interfaces.
• Publish high-quality research outcomes on top-tier venues to ensure the degree.

You will conduct research within a team, manage project-related tasks, and disseminate research findings in leading international scientific journals.

What we offer?

• The supervisor (Haoyu Chen) has rich research experiences with top-tier conference papers like CVPR/ICCV/AAAI, NIPS, and journals like IJCV, or TIP, ensuring the quality of the research training and outcomes.
• Sufficient computing resources from both faculty and the Finnish National Computing Center (LUMI, Puhti, and Mahti) with thousands of GPUs (A100 and V100) to use (research on large models is possible).
• Sufficient grants for traveling, visiting, and attending various CV and ML conferences.
• Our international and supportive team will ensure you have chances to visit or collaborate with various prestigious organizations.
• Wellness benefits ePassi, covering sport, culture, and well-being. Read more about other staff benefits. 
• Development and career options of the big organization.
• Work that matters and a workplace that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. Read more about working with us.
• Our Buddy Programme and Spouse Network support you and close ones in settling into Oulu.
• We have an HR Excellence in Research, a quality label, which is a recognition awarded by the European Commission for the development of researchers’ working conditions and careers. 
• Finland is one of the most livable countries in the world, with a high quality of life, safety, an excellent education system, and a competitive economy. Read more about living in Oulu.

Who are you?

We expect from you: 

• You must have a Master's degree in computer science or in a relevant field that was awarded not more than five years ago.
• A strong motivation towards ground-breaking/high-quality research.
• A transdisciplinary research orientation with demonstrated research experience or interest.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills in English.
• An international vision and an open mind are strongly recommended.
• Experience with AI/deep learning algorithms and development is strongly preferred.
• See also the requirements of the University of Oulu Graduate School (UniOGS)

Salary

The position is fixed term for 4 years starting earliest 01.06.2024, or as soon as possible. A trial period of 6 months is applied for the position.

For doctoral researchers, the salary will be based on levels 2-4 of the demand level chart for teaching and research staff of Finnish universities.  In addition, a salary component based on personal work performance will be paid (a maximum of 50 % of the job-specific component). The starting gross salary will be approx. 2300-2600 € per month (before taxes).  

How to apply?

Interested? If yes, please apply by 31.03.2024(23:59 Finnish local time) through our recruitment system.

The application should be written in English and include the following:

• Motivation letter (max. 3 pages, excluding references) indicating the motivation and how the applicant will contribute to the HI research program.
• Detailed CV.
• List of publications following the guidelines of the Academy of Finland.
• A research proposal (max. 3 pages) outlining the research you plan to carry out during the four years of the position.
• Contact information of two persons available for recommendation
• Certificates/Diplomas: Scanned copy of the original master's degree certificate. 

The eligible applicants fitting best in the profile expected for the position will be invited to an on-site or remote interview. All applicants will be notified during the selection process.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, such as people of different ages, genders, and lingual, cultural, or minority groups. 

Candidates will be evaluated based on their overall qualifications and experience, suitability to the work of the HI research program, potential as leading researchers, and ability to collaborate and work with others.

Contact Information

If you have any further questions, please get in touch with Assistant Professor Haoyu Chen, chen.haoyu(at)oulu.fi