Fall2020, Ph.D. POSITIONS AVAILABLE @ University of Nebraska Omaha | CS

JOB SUMMARY
The Robotics, Nerworking, and Artificial Intelligence (R. N. A.) Lab at UN Omaha is seeking motivated and bright PhD students in the below research areas to join the R.N.A. Laboratory at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Selected students will be given the opportunity to conduct high quality research in the listed areas. Their work is expected to be published at top-tier research venues. Collaborations with universities, corporations, and research institutes in the U.S. and all around the world will be available. The PhD positions will be fully funded for selected applicants through Research Assistantships.
• Computer Vision
• Deep Learning
• Networking
• Robotics

REQUIRED SKILLS
All positions require excellent written and oral communication skills, and strong problem-solving abilities. A Master’s degree (or equivalent—a Bachelor’s degree may be considered for exceptional candidates) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other related field is required. The candidate must have a strong motivation for research and must be able to conduct research independently and as a part of a team. GRE and TOEFL/IELTS exam scores are required per the university admission policy. The start date of the positions will be August 2020.

Computer Vision and Deep Learning Positions:
Candidates should have strong skills in Python and math, and a strong background in image analysis and/or deep learning demonstrated through exceptional grades in related courses and/or related publications.

Networking, Embedded Systems, and Robotics Positions:
Candidates should have strong systems programming skills (C/C++) and a strong background in systems demonstrated through exceptional grades in related courses and/or related publications.

APPLICATION METHOD
Applicants should send a Letter of Interest, detailed CV, and Undergraduate and Graduate (if applicable) transcripts to:
• Dr. Pei-Chi Huang (phuang at unomaha.edu) for applicants interested in robotics and embedded systems.
• Dr. Spyridon Mastorakis (smastorakis at unomaha.edu) for applicants interested in networking and edge computing.
• Dr. Xin Zhong (xzhong at unomaha.edu) for applicants interested in deep learning and computer vision.


About UN Omaha
University of Nebraska Omaha is classified by Carnegie as a“Higher Research Activity" University. Our faculty consists of junior and senior researchers, and educators of diverse backgrounds and expertise. Our external research funding is more than $22,000,000 per year.

Merits
• Omaha offers affordability, high-quality of life, and a number of fun activities throughout the year. Omaha hosts several universities and Fortune 500 corporations, offering a strong job market.
• We are taking the initiative of a new Lab.
• Three faculty will be involved, providing a wider connection to different communities.

Update: Spring / Fall 2020.

Update:

生活： UNOmaha 坐落于美国中部城市Omaha，该城市的特点可用“结庐在人境，而无车马喧”来概括，其既有城市的便利，又无城市的喧嚣。
食：UNOmaha 旁边有一个粤菜馆（口味较为正宗），离学校车程10到15分钟有川菜馆。另外，该城市的“食”文化比较丰富，有很多各色餐馆以及来自世界各地的食客。
住：Omaha的 租/买房 价格较东西部地区而言十分合理，在开销不太大的基础上提供便利且物质条件较好的住处。
行：Omaha公共交通系统还算便利，除了UN系统的校车以外，凭学生卡还可以免费搭乘城市中的公交巴士。
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Please feel free to email us for any inquiries.
Still have some openings:
• Dr. Xin Zhong (xzhong at unomaha.edu) for applicants interested in computer vision and deep learning.
• Dr. Pei-Chi Huang (phuang at unomaha.edu) for applicants interested in robotics and embedded systems (with deep learning).

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