PhD position: Representation learning for visual brain-computer interfaces

(ref. BAP-2022-26)

Laatst aangepast : 17/01/2022

The work will be performed within the research division PSI (Prof. T. Tuytelaars) in collaboration with the division STADIUS (Prof. A. Bertrand), both at the Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT) at KU Leuven, Europe's most innovative university [Reuters]. PSI (Center for Processing Speech and Images) is a world leading lab specializing in computer vision, medical imaging, speech processing, machine learning and embodied learning. STADIUS's main research objective is to contribute to the development of improved digital systems that incorporate advanced mathematical modeling techniques as a crucial new ingredient.

Project

This job opening covers a PhD position (4 years) at the PSI group of the Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT) of KU Leuven (Belgium) in the frame of a project on 'natural' brain-computer interfaces (BCI) where we aim to identify the temporal encoding of realistic video footage in electroencephalography (EEG) recordings.

Profile

• You have a master's degree in engineering with a background in any of the following domains: computer science, electrical or mathematical engineering, artificial intelligence, information technology, biomedical engineering (or a similar degree with an equivalent academic level). 
• You have a solid mathematically-oriented background
• You have a genuine interest in deep learning methodology (representation learning) and in video/image analysis
• You obtained good grades in courses related to the topics relevant to this PhD position
• You are able to do independent research (demonstrated by, e.g., excellent grades on a MSc thesis, etc.)
• You have a critical mindset
• You have an excellent proficiency in the English language (both speaking and writing)

Additional research/educational experience in any of the following topics is a plus:

• Representation learning
• Computer vision
• Video or image interpretation
• EEG or brain-computer interfaces

Offer

• A funded PhD scholarship
• An exciting interdisciplinary research environment
• A KU Leuven affiliation, Europe's most innovative university and 7th in the world (Reuters)
• The possibility to take part in international conferences and collaborations
• A competitive salary

Interested?

The application deadline is March 31 2022, but earlier applications are encouraged and will be considered as soon as they are received. The position can be closed earlier in case a suitable candidate has been found.

Interested applicants should submit:

- a motivation letter with a statement of skills and research interests

- a curriculum vitae

- the names and contact information of 2 references

!!! Important note: motivation letters are free format except for 2 required paragraphs:

1) Reason(s) why I am interested in this particular position: [write reasons here]

2) Facts or examples that demonstrate that I satisfy the listed requirements: [write reasons here]

For more information please contact Prof. dr. ir. Tinne Tuytelaars, mail: [email protected] or Prof. dr. ir. Alexander Bertrand, mail: [email protected].

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