The Computer Vision Group, Department of Computer Science at Maynooth University invites applications are invited for a PhD Studentship in Computer Vision for Autonomous Vehicles. The position is fully funded for 4 years through Lero – the Irish Software Research Centre as part of a 4 year collaborative project with a Tier 1 supplier of automotive vision systems and includes a competitive stipend, PhD fees (EU level), a generous travel allowance, and funding for associated hardware and software (as part of the wider project).
PhD Topic: Robust data-association in multi-session and collaborative simultaneous localisation and mapping (SLAM).
Start Date: Sept/Oct 2018.
Requirements:
- Applicant must hold Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or a cognate discipline, with a final grade of 2.1H or higher (or equivalent)
- Applicant must have prior modules completed in a selection of the following topics: computer vision, robotics, AI/machine learning
- Applicant must have strong mathematical background and excellent software development and programming skills, with a strong capability in C++
- Applicant must have experience in working with Linux based systems
- Applicant must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Applications:
- Applications must be sent to Dr. John McDonald (John.McDonald@mu.ie) with the subject line “LERO PhD 08/18” and must include the following:
- Cover letter
- Full CV
- Contact details of two academic referees
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| Organization | Maynooth University |
| Country | Ireland |
| Fellowship Level | Doctoral |
| Subject areas | Computer Science, Electronic Engineering |
| Fellowship amount | Funded |
| Eligibility | Bachelor’s/Master’s degree |
| Deadline | 10th August 2018 |
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