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Permanent Researcher or
Senior Researcher position @Idiap Research Institute
(Martigny, Switzerland) (OP-20130502-102710) Description: Idiap Research Institute (www.idiap.ch) invites applications for a permanent Researcher or Senior Researcher position. The main focus of this search is for highly qualified candidates, with evidence of strong research, PhD student supervision, and project management capabilities. We particularly encourage those candidates committed to novel theories and applications of machine learning and signal processing, and who could bring expertise in new application areas. Topics of interest include (but are not limited to) environmental monitoring and risk management, health, biotechnologies, energy management, and smart cities. The successful candidate is expected to initiate independent, creative research programs at the Idiap Research Institute, possibly in collaboration with EPFL. As part of our affiliation with EPFL, duties could also include the participation in undergraduate and graduate teaching in Lausanne. Given the links between Idiap and EPFL, academic careers can also be considered for exceptional candidates. Internationally competitive salaries and benefits are offered. Interested individuals should include a résumé with a list of publications, a concise (max 2 pages) statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and addresses, with e-mail, of at least three (five for senior positions) referees. Applications should be uploaded by 31th August 2013 to: For more details and to apply: http://www.idiap.ch/education-and-jobs/job-10136 About Idiap: Idiap is an independent, non-profit research institute recognized and supported by the Swiss Government, and affiliated with the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). It is located in the town of Martigny in Valais, a scenic region in the south of Switzerland, surrounded by the highest mountains of Europe, and offering exciting recreational activities, including hiking, climbing and skiing, as well as varied cultural activities. It is within close proximity to Geneva and Lausanne. Although Idiap is located in the French part of Switzerland, English is the working language. Free French lessons are provided. Idiap offers competitive salaries and conditions at all levels in a young, dynamic, and multicultural environment. Idiap is an equal opportunity employer and is actively involved in the "Advancement of Women in Science" European initiative. The Institute seeks to maintain a principle of open competition (on the basis of merit) to appoint the best candidate, provides equal opportunity for all candidates, and equally encourage both genders to apply. |