PERCEIVE-One (1) research assistant position

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PERCEIVE-One (1) research assistant position

Position Description

The candidate will participate in the R&D activities of FORTH-IESL in the context of PERCEIVE project and will work on software applications used for the automatization of data analysis and data visualization for imaging and spectroscopic techniques providing information on the nature and light-induced change of photosensitive materials on colour artworks. The researcher will be, however, involved in the overall research activities of PERCEIVE Project, aiming at improving the perception, preservation, curation, exhibition, understanding and access of coloured Cultural Heritage Collections and developing a reliable way to Study, Reconstruct, Render, Remap, Exhibit and Re-appropriate them.

Related Project

PERCEIVE - PERCEIVE- Perceptive Enhanced Realities of Colored collEctions through AI and Virtual Experiences

Required Qualifications

  • M.Sc. (or higher) in Physical Sciences or Computer Science, with a focus on material science, imaging, and optics 
  • Proven skills in experimental setup, application of imaging / spectroscopic techniques, data acquisition and data analysis 
  • Significant experience with cultural heritage studies (object analysis, campaigns) 

Desirable Qualifications

  • Previous research experience 
  • Relevant scientific publications 
  • Innovative, autonomous, well-organised and result-oriented thinking. Ability and motivation to perform independent research 
  • Fluent oral and written communication skills in English 

 

Application Procedure

Interested candidates who meet the aforementioned requirements are kindly asked to submit their applications, no later than July 1, 2024, 23:59 local Greece time to the address (hr@iesl.forth.gr), with cc to the Scientific Responsible, Prof. S. Sotiropoulou (sophiaso@iesl.forth.gr).

 

In order to be considered, the application must include:

  • Application Form (Form Greek or Form English to the left)
  • Detailed curriculum vitae (CV) of the candidate
  • Scanned Copies of academic titles

Appointment Duration

12

Funding

Announcement Date: 21.06.2024
Closing Date: 01.07.2024
Institute: Institute of Electronic Structure & Laser