The Max Planck Institute
for Biological Cybernetics in Tübingen, Germany launches a research
project with the aim to increase the realism of motion simulation.
Psychophysical laws of perception will be implemented into the control
framework of motion-based simulators.
Non-linear, high-dimensional human motion perception models will be designed and experimentally tested in driving and flying scenarios using our unique CyberMotion Simulator. The mathematical challenge will be to establish a relationship between human perception and simulator motion in order to create new highly effective motion drive algorithms.
The candidate will be working in the broader scope of an international and multidisciplinary team (Roboticists, Control engineers, Psychologists, Mathematicians) within the department of Human Perception, Cognition and Action (Prof. Dr. Heinrich H. Bülthoff). The working language will be English.
The applicant should have:
Non-linear, high-dimensional human motion perception models will be designed and experimentally tested in driving and flying scenarios using our unique CyberMotion Simulator. The mathematical challenge will be to establish a relationship between human perception and simulator motion in order to create new highly effective motion drive algorithms.
The candidate will be working in the broader scope of an international and multidisciplinary team (Roboticists, Control engineers, Psychologists, Mathematicians) within the department of Human Perception, Cognition and Action (Prof. Dr. Heinrich H. Bülthoff). The working language will be English.
The applicant should have:
- University Diploma or equivalent Master in Mathematics, Computer Science or Physics
- Knowledge of global optimization techniques for minimizing high-dimensional, non-smooth, non-convex, noisy cost functions
- Programming skills (e.g. C/C++, Matlab)
Furthermore, expertise in the following areas would be beneficial:
Model linearization, smoothing cost functions, prior experience in applying optimization techniques to real world scenarios, control theory, psychophysics.
The position is funded according to German Public service regulations (TVöD up to E13, depending on qualifications and experience) until end of November 2014, starting as soon as possible.
The Max Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer: Handicapped individuals are strongly encouraged to apply, and so are women in areas in which they are underrepresented.
Applications including CV and a brief statement of research interests should be submitted by March 1st, 2013 to:
Application Deadline : 1 March 2013
