[Face-research-list] Postdoctoral and PhD positions in the field of facial recognition

Postdoctoral and PhD positions in the field of facial recognition The 'recognition and categorization group' in the department of 'Human Perception, Cognition and Action' of the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics in Tübingen, Germany invites applications for a Postdoc (2 years) or a PhD position (3 years) in the field of human face recognition. We are looking for suitable candidates with interest and knowledge in psychophysical methods, so as in fMRI, EEG, eye tracking or computational modeling. Good programming skills (Matlab) are of advantage. Applicants for these positions should have ideally a background in psychology, cognitive sciences or a related field. Payment is according to the guidelines of the Max Planck Society. Our institute is located in the Max Planck campus in Tübingen and provides an excellent multidisciplinary, interactive and collaborative research environment combining expertise in neurophysiology (Prof. Nikos Logothetis), psychophysics, virtual reality and robotics (Prof. Heinrich Bülthoff), and MRI methodology (Prof. Klaus Scheffler). The position can be filled immediately or later and is funded for a period of 3 years for PhD students according to German Public service regulations, and 2 years for postdoc. The Max Planck Society is committed to Equal Opportunities. Applications should include a letter of motivation, a curriculum vitae, Master certificates (including a list of classes taken during Bachelor and Master studies), letters of references and a short summary of past research experience. All information or questions regarding the position should be submitted electronically to both addresses below: Mintao.Zhao@tuebingen.mpg.de<mailto:Mintao.Zhao@tuebingen.mpg.de> Isabelle.Buelthoff@tuebingen.mpg.de<mailto:Isabelle.Buelthoff@tuebingen.mpg.de> _ ========================================= Dr. Isabelle Bülthoff Project Leader Recognition and Categorization Group Max-Planck-Institut für biologische Kybernetik Spemannstr. 38 D-72076 Tübingen Tel: +49 (7071) 601 611 Email: isabelle.buelthoff(a)tuebingen.mpg.de =========================================