Estaidea: Call for PhD Student in Biomedical Computing

martes, 25 de septiembre de 2012

Call for PhD Student in Biomedical Computing

Simula Research Laboratory AS is a publicly owned research institute located outside Oslo, Norway. It is a multi-cultural organization, employing about 130 individuals from 25 countries. Simula is conducting ICT research in the fields of communication technology, scientific computing and software engineering. Simula's main objective is to generate new understanding and create vital knowledge about fundamental scientific challenges that are of genuine value for society. This is achieved through high quality research, education of graduate students, industry collaboration, technology transfer and commercialization.

Project description

The Biocomputing Department lies at the core of the scientific computing research activities and is an integral part of a Norwegian Center of Excellence: the Center for Biomedical Computing. The research in the department is focused on numerical methods and software for solving partial differential equations, aiming at advancing computational methodologies for simulating complex physics in important problems affecting human health.

The Biocomputing Department is seeking an enthusiastic and goal-oriented PhD candidate to complement and extend the research activities on automated solution of differential equations with applications in biomedical or industrial applications.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to work both independently and in a collaborative environment, with a strong commitment to reaching research excellence.

Your profile

The candidate should have a Master degree in applied mathematics, scientific computing, computer science or biomedical engineering. The candidate must have excellent English writing and speaking skills, good computer programming skills, and high marks from the BSc and MSc degrees.

Appointment to the position is conditional upon admission to a PhD program at the University of Oslo or another collaborating degree awarding institution www.uio.no. An approved plan for the research training must be submitted no later than two months after taking up the position, and admission approved within six months.

Simula offers

Excellent opportunities for doing high quality research, as part of a highly competent and motivated team of international researchers
Generous support for travels and equipment
Good office facilities located close to the Oslo fjord and 10 minutes drive from the centre of Oslo, the capital of Norway.
Competitive salary
First class support for PhD studies through the Simula School of Research and Innovation
Professional courses and workshops led by international experts on topics such as Communication of Scientific Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Writing Effective Research Proposals.

Simula strives to achieve a good balance between male and female employees, and women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Application requirements

Interested and qualified applicants should provide the following information:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae or Resume including a publication list and two references
Transcripts and grades

The application deadline is 15 October 2012.

We are interested in how you first came to learn about this position - please let us know in your cover letter. Starting date is preferably 1 December 2012 or as soon as possible.