English speaking vacancies in Holland: Postdoctoral researcher Indoor scanning system University of Twente (UT) - Enschede

Sunday, 12 October 2014

Postdoctoral researcher Indoor scanning system University of Twente (UT) - Enschede — AcademicTransfer

Job description

A
system for indoor mapping based on three 2D laser scanners and a six
degree-of-freedom SLAM procedure has been proposed recently (article).
The task of the postdoctoral researcher is to optimise the design of
this indoor mapping system, construct the system, analyse its
performance, and suggest improvements. Design issues include the optimal
configuration of the scanners, the SLAM procedure, as well as the
scanner and IMU specifications. The aim is to realise a hand-held or
backpack system to enable efficient acquisition of point clouds of
indoor environments.

Requirements

We are
looking for an enthusiastic and independently working researcher with a
PhD degree, obtained no more than 5 years ago, in the field of robotics,
laser scanning, or computer vision. A strong background in mathematics
and computer programming is required. Experience with SLAM and indoor
mapping is a clear advantage. Good communication skills in English are
required.

information and application

Additional information about this position can be obtained from Professor George Vosselman (george.vosselman@utwente.nl, phone: +31 53 4874 344). You are also invited to visit our homepage: www.itc.nl/.

Please submit your application through the form on www.utwente.nl/vacatures/en/ before 15 November 2014. Applications need to include contact details of three references.

Conditions of employment

We
offer an inspiring and challenging international and academic
environment. The successful candidate will be employed as a University
of Twente staff member for a period of 2 years, working 38 hours a week.
The project will start early 2015. Salary and conditions will be in
accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement (CAO) of the Dutch
Universities. Gross monthly salary will range from € 2427 to € 3831,-
and will depend on experience and qualifications. Costs for moving to
Enschede may be reimbursed.

Organisation

The University of Twente. We stand for life sciences and technology. High tech and human touch. Education and research that matter.
New technology which drives change, innovation and progress in society.
The University of Twente is the only campus university in the
Netherlands; divided over six faculties we provide more than fifty
educational programmes. The University of Twente has a strong focus on
personal development and talented researchers are given scope for
carrying out pioneering research.

The Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC) of
the University of Twente provides international postgraduate education,
research and project services in the field of geo-information science
and earth observation using remote sensing and GIS. The aim of ITC's
activities is the international exchange of knowledge, focusing on
capacity building and institutional development in developing countries
and emerging economies.

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