NCSA Position Notice -- Undergraduate/Graduate Hourly

Image and Spatial Data Analysis Group

Overview

The Image and Spatial Data Analysis group at NCSA is looking for both undergraduate and graduate students to work on cyberinfrastructure projects involving computer vision and/or spatial analysis. One example would be Groupscope which involves constructing tools to help researchers study the behavior of large groups of people using a number of video and audio sources. In this case tools are need to identify people, track them, and suggest who they may be talking to over time.

We would greatly encourage applicants who are interested in computer vision, artificial intelligence, machine learning and possibly applying it towards dealing with real world problems involving large amounts of data. Students with web development experience and/or mobile device development (i.e. iOS/Android) are also encouraged to apply. Other requirements include the following:

Requirements

• Java and C++ experience.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.
• Knowledge of PC and/or Mac platforms.
• Ability to be a self-starter and be self-motivated.

Wage and Hours

Approximately 20 hours per week for the Fall Semester 2012 at a salary commensurate with experience.

Contact

Kenton McHenry, mchenry@illinois.edu, immediately.

Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. For further information regarding our application procedures, you may visit www.ncsa.illinois.edu or email Amy Dillman.