PhD Position in Depth Video Analysis for Hyperkinetic Movement Disorders
UMCGGroningenPosted on December 11, 2023
PhD Opportunity : Fully-Funded 4-Year PhD in Video Analysis and Deep Learning for Movement Disorder Diagnosis at UMCG / University of Groningen
Project description
Hyperkinetic disorders, like tremor, involve excessive involuntary movements and are currently classified through subjective expert assessments. To improve diagnosis accuracy and reduce variability, the NEMO project seeks to advance computer-assisted diagnostic tools using patient data from various sources including video, electromyography, and brain scans.
This NWO OTP-funded PhD position focuses on creating deep learning-based video analysis tools to identify and assess movement disorders from task-based patient videos. You will contribute to scientific knowledge through publications and presentations. The UMCG / UG team ensures comprehensive patient data and infrastructure support.
The project pairs with a simultaneous PhD initiative concentrating on feature selection and classifiers for fMRI data, aiming to decode brain mechanisms and aid disorder classification.
As a PhD candidate, you will pioneer the integration of computational innovation into clinical application, significantly impacting medical diagnostics. This interdisciplinary role merges machine learning, computer vision, and clinical research for groundbreaking work in medical technology.
Work environment
Join the Expertise Center Movement Disorders Groningen at UMCG's Neurology department and collaborate with the Bernoulli Institute for Mathematics, Computer Science, and Artificial Intelligence at the University of Groningen. Engage with a vibrant, multidisciplinary team exploring hyperkinetic movement disorders, neuroimaging, and AI technologies including machine / deep learning and computer vision.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- A Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience with deep learning methodologies, preferably with a focus on video analysis or computer vision.
- Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently.
- High proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is essential.
- Strong analytical skills and a critical mindset for addressing research questions.
- A track record of academic excellence and a strong motivation for scientific research.
What We Offer
Application Process
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our University. We are committed to building a diverse faculty so you are encouraged to apply. Our selection procedure follows the guidelines of the Recruitment code (NVP), http : / / nvp-plaza.nl / download / ?id=7714 and European Commission's European Code of Conduct for recruitment of researchers, https : / / euraxess.ec.europa.eu / jobs / charter / code
Conditions of employment
The employment contract (fulltime, 36 hours / week) is entered into for 1 year. An assessment will take place after approximately one year, after which a positive assessment will continue the employment until the end of the training, 4 years after starting date. The gross starting salary amounts to € 2.901 per month, and will increase to €3.677 in the fourth year. In addition to the salary you will receive an 8 % holiday allowance and an 8.3 % end-of-year bonus. The conditions of employment are conform with CAO University Medical Centre (CAO-UMC).
More information
Prof. dr. M.A.J. (Marina) de Koning-Tijssen, expertise Center Movement Disorders Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen [email protected] (050) 3612 400
Dr. G. (George) azzopardi Bernoulli Institute for Mathematics, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, University of Groningen , [email protected]
Dr. J.R. (Jelle) Dalenberg, expertise Center Movement Disorders [email protected]
Prof. dr. M. (Michael) Biehl, bernoulli Institute for Mathematics, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, University of Groningen [email protected]