Position at Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage (IPCH)

Postdoctoral associate in computer science
Yale Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage (IPCH)

Yale's Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage,
established by a transformational gift from Lisbet Rausing and Peter
Baldwin, '78, is dedicated to advancing innovative and sustainable
practices in the field of heritage preservation.  At the crossroads
of science and art, the institute is comprised of leading-edge
conservation, research, and imaging laboratories

    <URL:http://ipch.yale.edu>

A position for a Postdoctoral Associate in Computer Science is open
in the IPCH Lens Media Lab (LML).  This is a full-time, two-year
position, reporting to the Head of the Lens Media Lab.

The research goals of the LML are focused on the preservation and
characterization of photographic materials with an emphasis on
creating and interpreting large datasets gleaned from reference,
archival, and museum collections.  Building on this base,
collaborations across disciplines in the humanities and sciences
will be fostered to assemble and interpret datasets derived from a
broad spectrum of cultural heritage materials.

Primarily through image/signal processing and machine learning
techniques, the Postdoctoral Associate will pursue data-driven
approaches for understanding art and cultural material with an
emphasis on preservation and documentation but also touching on
vital scholarly questions including issues of attribution, artistic
working methodologies, stylistic development and spheres of artistic
influence.  Other datasets, including those derived from
art/artifact storage and display environments (made using
conventional and new generation, low power, sensors) are also
contemplated.  Through the development of data visualization
methods, tools, and interfaces, meaning and impact of these data
will be communication to broad constituencies including scientists,
conservators, art historians, and curators.

Eligibility: Candidates must have a PhD in computer science or a
related field (e.g.  signal and image processing, data science)
obtained within the last five years.  Strong interest in
collaborative research as well as the desire and ability to work
with cultural heritage and across academic and professional fields.

Requirements: An advanced knowledge of the theory and practice of
image processing and machine learning techniques; demonstrated
ability to asses large datasets using statistical and visualization
tools; excellent written and verbal skills, including English
language fluency.

Remuneration: the level of remuneration is dependent on experience
according to the policy of the Yale Office for Postdoctoral Affairs

    <URL:http://postdocs.yale.edu/postdocs>

starting from $40,600 plus health benefits with an annual cost of
living increase.

Review of applications will begin immediately and applications will
be accepted until the position is filled.  Applications, including a
cover letter, CV, and contact details of two references, should be
addressed to:

    Laurie Batza
    Senior Administrative Assistant to the Director
    Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage
    Yale University - West Campus
    PO Box 27395
    West Haven CT 06516
    203-737-3159
    Fax: 203-737-1407
    laurie.batza<-at->yale<.>edu


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