Contributed by: Elias August, eliasaugust@ru.is
Engineer with Background in Dynamical Systems Theory, Doctoral Researcher Reykjavik University is looking for specialised staff and students for the Horizon 2020 project Sleep Revolution, sponsored by the European Commission. The project is led by Reykjavik University (RU), in collaboration with 36 other partners in Europe and Australia. The research partners are academic, industry and health institutions. The work is highly inter-disciplinary with involvement at RU from four departments; Department of Engineering, Computer Sciences, Sport Science and Psychology.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking for one PhD student to work on signal processing of sleep data. The ideal candidate should be truly interested in:
- Biological systems/signals and, particularly, sleep data.
- Data Analysis / Signal Processing.
- Dynamical Systems Theory.
The candidate will work on robust event detection in sleep data, particularly, electrodermal activity (EDA) data, and on determining correlations with other sleep signals. Moreover, different measures, such as entropy, have been currently proposed to distinguish between different sleep stages using EEG data. The candidate will extend the approach to other sleep signals, possibly, also to detect additional events, and investigate whether significant differences in those measures exist and whether they provide meaningful information.
QUALIFICATIONS
- The candidate should hold an MSc degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent Engineering MSc degree, with focus on Control Theory and / or Signal Processing.
- Preferably, the candidate should have previous experience in Systems Biology or Mathematical Biology.
- Good MATLAB skills or, alternatively, good programming skills and the willingness to use MATLAB.
- Thorough knowledge of and experience in data analysis / signal processing.
- Excellency in dynamical systems theory.
- Self-organised with a strong ability to work autonomously.
- Flexible, result-oriented, willing to learn and to work in a dynamic environment with a diverse team.
- Dynamic and communicative personality with high social competence.
- Strong ability to communicate in English (oral and written) is essential.
- Be located in Reykjavik, Iceland or willing to locate on short notice on own expense.
The deadline for applications is February 28th 2021. The position is project-related and, thus, temporary for 4 years. Start is as soon as possible or by agreement. All inquiries and applications will be treated as confidential. Any questions regarding working in Iceland or about Reykjavik University should be sent to mannaudur@ru.is. Questions regarding the research work may be sent to Elias August: eliasaugust@ru.is
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- Include a Cover letter stating the reason of interested in being a part of the Sleep Revolution project.
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Reykjavik University (RU)
Reykjav´ık University has around 3.700 students and 250 faculty and employees in addition to numerous adjunct faculty in two schools: Technology and Social Sciences. We offer a welcoming and stimulating environment in which to work and live. The University is centrally located in Reykjav´ık, the capital city of Iceland. The role of Reykjavik University is to create and disseminate knowledge to enhance the competitiveness and quality of life for individuals and society, guided by good ethics, sustainability and responsibility. Education and research at RU are based on strong ties with industry and society. We emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, international relations and entrepreneurship.
