Postdoctoral Fellowship Position in Visual Computing at Harvard University at Harvard University – Cambridge, Massachusetts

Position Details TitlePostdoctoral Fellowship Position in Visual Computing at Harvard UniversitySchoolHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied SciencesDepartment/AreaComputer SciencesPosition DescriptionThe Visual Computing Group (VCG) in the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) at Harvard University seeks postdoctoral fellows with a Ph.D. in computer science / engineering or a related field to work on varied research projects in visual computing. Potential candidates should possess a strong background in one or more fields related to computer graphics, visualization, or computer vision.

In addition to working closely with scientists, engineers, and graduate students on research projects, the candidate is expected to actively participate in writing grant proposals.

The position is available immediately. The initial term for this position is one year; reappointment for a second year is contingent upon funding.
Basic QualificationsDoctorate or terminal degree in computer science / engineering by the time the appointment begins.Additional QualificationsCandidates should have a substantial publication history and good teamwork and communication skills. Strong software development experience is a plus.Special Instructions Application requirements include CV, cover letter, and three publications.

Optional documents include a statement of teaching philosophy and/or statement of research.
Contact InformationEmma DuncanContact Emaileduncan@seas.harvard.eduSalary Range$67,600 – $91,826
Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the fieldMinimum Number of References Required3Maximum Number of References Allowed3KeywordsEEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

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Supplemental Questions

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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Publication
4. Publication 2
5. Publication 3

Optional Documents

1. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
2. Statement of Research