One or more fully funded three-year Ph.D. positions are available at the Center for Data-intensive Systems (Daisy), Department of Computer Science, Aalborg University (AAU), Denmark. The positions are available from August 1, 2014 or soon thereafter.
The positions are within the general area of spatio-temporal data management and relate to the management and analysis of geo-spatial and geo-textual data. Specific topics of interest include: (i) new directions in spatial keyword querying, including effectiveness evaluation, social functionality, and feedback loops; and (ii) trajectory data management in spatial networks, including eco-routing and social routing.
Keywords: geospatial data, GPS data, trajectories, tweets, social networks, points of interest, transportation, spatial networks, high-velocity data, main memory processing, query and update processing, scalability, high performance, prototyping.
Applicants must have a master's degree in computer science or a closely related field, with very good grades. Good knowledge of database management is desired, as are implementation skills. Good communication skills in English, oral as well as written, are essential.
Please follow the online application procedure carefully. The firm application deadline is June 2, 2014. Applications sent via e-mail are disregarded.
Link for online application:
http://www.stillinger.aau.dk/vis-stilling/?vacancy=661992
Applicants must submit the following material through the online application system:
1) CV.
2) Diplomas and grade transcripts for both bachelor's and master's studies.
3) A 2-3 page proposal for the Ph.D. study plan, aimed SPECIFICALLY at the above topic. The proposal should have the following sections: Background and Motivation, Proposed Research, Expected Results, Time Schedule, and References.
4) Documentation of English proficiency, i.e., scores for TOEFL or similar tests, if any.
5) Other materials, e.g., copies of a few relevant publications (if applicable).
About Ph.D. studies at Aalborg University: Danish universities offer very high Ph.D. salaries (and good social benefits) that compare very well with the rest of the world. The monthly pre-tax salary at Aalborg University is approximately DKK 26,000, plus a DKK 2,600 pension contribution. To broaden their research horizons, Ph.D. candidates at AAU are also given financial support for a one-semester academic visit to an international research institution.
About Daisy: The database researchers at Daisy primarily conduct research in spatio-temporal data management, data warehousing, and business intelligence. International evaluations place Daisy in the global top tier. An independent study of publication performance in the top database outlets in the 10-year period 2001-2010 ranks Daisy second among all research groups in Europe. More information about Daisy can be found at http://daisy.aau.dk.
About Aalborg: Aalborg is a lively city with numerous cultural attractions. The area features relatively low cost of living, clean air, beautiful forests and beaches, and very good transportation infrastructure. A recent report on European cities ranks Alborg highest (http://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/sources/docgener/studies/pdf/urban/survey2013_en.pdf).
Further information: If you have qestions, contact Obel Professor Christian S. Jensen (http://www.cs.aau.dk/~csj).
The positions are within the general area of spatio-temporal data management and relate to the management and analysis of geo-spatial and geo-textual data. Specific topics of interest include: (i) new directions in spatial keyword querying, including effectiveness evaluation, social functionality, and feedback loops; and (ii) trajectory data management in spatial networks, including eco-routing and social routing.
Keywords: geospatial data, GPS data, trajectories, tweets, social networks, points of interest, transportation, spatial networks, high-velocity data, main memory processing, query and update processing, scalability, high performance, prototyping.
Applicants must have a master's degree in computer science or a closely related field, with very good grades. Good knowledge of database management is desired, as are implementation skills. Good communication skills in English, oral as well as written, are essential.
Please follow the online application procedure carefully. The firm application deadline is June 2, 2014. Applications sent via e-mail are disregarded.
Link for online application:
http://www.stillinger.aau.dk/vis-stilling/?vacancy=661992
Applicants must submit the following material through the online application system:
1) CV.
2) Diplomas and grade transcripts for both bachelor's and master's studies.
3) A 2-3 page proposal for the Ph.D. study plan, aimed SPECIFICALLY at the above topic. The proposal should have the following sections: Background and Motivation, Proposed Research, Expected Results, Time Schedule, and References.
4) Documentation of English proficiency, i.e., scores for TOEFL or similar tests, if any.
5) Other materials, e.g., copies of a few relevant publications (if applicable).
About Ph.D. studies at Aalborg University: Danish universities offer very high Ph.D. salaries (and good social benefits) that compare very well with the rest of the world. The monthly pre-tax salary at Aalborg University is approximately DKK 26,000, plus a DKK 2,600 pension contribution. To broaden their research horizons, Ph.D. candidates at AAU are also given financial support for a one-semester academic visit to an international research institution.
About Daisy: The database researchers at Daisy primarily conduct research in spatio-temporal data management, data warehousing, and business intelligence. International evaluations place Daisy in the global top tier. An independent study of publication performance in the top database outlets in the 10-year period 2001-2010 ranks Daisy second among all research groups in Europe. More information about Daisy can be found at http://daisy.aau.dk.
About Aalborg: Aalborg is a lively city with numerous cultural attractions. The area features relatively low cost of living, clean air, beautiful forests and beaches, and very good transportation infrastructure. A recent report on European cities ranks Alborg highest (http://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/sources/docgener/studies/pdf/urban/survey2013_en.pdf).
Further information: If you have qestions, contact Obel Professor Christian S. Jensen (http://www.cs.aau.dk/~csj).
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