| Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Neuroscience
R&AIA £17,451 to £26,229 pa
Available immediately for 4 years
Ref: R9398/JAU
A postdoctoral researcher is required for a 4-year EC-funded project available from January 2002. The project concerns the development of biologically constrained sensory processing models for performing stereotypical moth-like chemotaxis behaviour in uncertain environments. We propose to develop biologically-inspired sensor, information processing and control systems for a c (hemosensing) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). The cUAV will identify and track volatile compounds of different chemical composition in outdooor environments. Its olfactory and sensory-motor systems are to be inspired by the moth. This development continues our research in artificial and biological olfaction, sensory processing and analysis, neuronal models of learning, real-time behavioural control, and robotics. Fleets of cUAVs will ultimately be deployed to sense, identify, and map the airborne chemical composition of large-scale environments. The mobile robotics aspects of the project will be carried out with the assistance of an associated PhD studentship position. Further details on the project and the research teams can be found at http://www.le.ac.uk/eg/tcp1/amoth/
The project includes significant funding and opportunities for travel within Europe to visit the laboratories of the participating consortia (in Switzerland, France, and Sweden) and outside Europe to attend international scientific meetings.
A strong mathematical and computer modelling background is required in order to develop a biologically constrained model of the insect antennal lobe and protocerebellum. Expertise is required in the area of neuronal modelling, although not necessarily in the area of olfaction. Good team skills are also a necessity.
Informal enquiries regarding these positions and the project in general should be addressed to the project co-ordinator, Dr. T.C. Pearce, Department of Engineering, University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH, United Kingdom, +44 116 223 1290, [email protected]
For Research Associate post, application forms and further particulars are available from the Personnel Office, tel 0116 252 5114, fax 0116 252 5140, email [email protected], or via www.le.ac.uk/personnel/jobs. Closing date: 15 February 2002.
PhD Studentship in Mobile Robotics
A postgraduate researcher is required for a 4-year EC-funded project available from January 2002. The project concerns the development of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) robot to perform stereotypical moth-like chemotaxis behaviour in uncertain environments. We propose to develop biologically-inspired sensor, information processing and control systems for a c (hemosensing) UAV. The cUAV will identify and track volatile compounds of different chemical composition in outdooor environments. Its olfactory and sensory-motor systems are to be inspired by the moth, which will be supported by computational neuroscience model development conducted by an associated Postdoctoral Research Associate. This development continues our research in artificial and biological olfaction, sensory processing and analysis, neuronal models of learning, real-time behavioural control, and robotics. Fleets of cUAVs will ultimately be deployed to sense, identify, and map the airborne chemical composition of large scale environments. Further details on the project and the research teams can be found at http://www.le.ac.uk/eg/tcp1/amoth/.
The project includes significant funding and opportunities for travel within Europe to visit the laboratories of the participating consortia (in Switzerland, France, and Sweden) and outside Europe to attend international scientific meetings.
A first degree (at the 2(i) level or higher) is required in mathematics, computer science, physics, or engineering. The student will be responsible for deploying the chemical sensors on the UAV and designing interface circuitry, assisting with construction of the UAV, programming the on board flight systems (incorporating a neuronal model), and assisting with field trials. Applicants should have a demonstrated interest in one or more of the following, UAVs, neuroscience, robotics, and/or artificial intelligence. Good team skills are essential.
The studentship includes a stipend of £12,000 per year for four years and includes provision for overseas PhD fees although EU nationals may also apply.
For PhD Studentship, applications and informal enquiries should be addressed to the project co-ordinator, Dr. T.C. Pearce, Department of Engineering, University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH, United Kingdom, +44 116 223 1290, [email protected]. Closing date: 15 February 2002.
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