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Subject: SMB Digest v13i20
SMB Digest May 17, 2013 Volume 13 Issue 20
ISSN 1086-6566
Editor: Richard Schugart richard(dot)schugart(at)gmail(dot)com
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Issue's Topics:
CfP Evolutionary Intelligence Journal - Special Issue On...
Undergraduate Conference: Capstone, MBI, Ohio State
PhD Position: Royal Holloway, U. of London
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader: Mathematics, U Glasgow
Position: Imaging and Image Processing Specialist
Position: Life and Health Risk Modeler/Programmer
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From: Evert Haasdijk <e.haasdijk@vu.nl>
Date: May 14, 2013 8:47:15 AM
Subject: CfP Evolutionary Intelligence Journal - Special Issue On...
EVOLUTIONARY INTELLIGENCE - SPECIAL ISSUE ON EVOLUTIONARY ROBOTICS
Call for Papers
Evolutionary Robotics researches the application of evolutionary
computation techniques to automatically design the controllers and/or
morphology of autonomous robots, real or simulated. This is by nature a
multi-faceted field that combines approaches from other fields such as
neuro-evolution, evolutionary design, artificial life, robotics, et
cetera.
In spring 2014, Evolutionary Intelligence will publish a special issue
on Evolutionary Robotics.
We welcome submissions concerning state-of-the-art research in the area
of evolutionary robotics. Topics include but are not limited to:
- Evolution for single, collective and modular robotics;
- Evolution of robot morphology;
- Evolution of (neural) robot controllers;
- Co-evolution of hardware/morphology and controller;
- Evolutionary robotics in artificial life;
- Open-ended evolution in robotics;
- Evolution of collective behaviour;
- Evolutionary self-assembly and self-replication;
- Evolution, development and learning;
- Competitive co-evolution.
Details of the journal can be found online:
http://www.springer.com/engineering/journal/12065
The deadline for submissions: Oct 15, 2013
If you have questions, don't hesitate to contact one of the special
issue guest editors:
Nicolas Bredeche - nicolas.bredeche@isir.upmc.fr
Gusz Eiben - a.e.eiben@vu.nl
Evert Haasdijk - e.haasdijk@vu.nl
Stefano Nolfi - stefano.nolfi@istc.cnr.it
Or check the Special Issue website at:
http://www.few.vu.nl/~ehaasdi/evinevorob
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From: Shelton, April <shelton.221@mbi.osu.edu>
Date: May 17, 2013 9:10:22 AM
Subject: Undergraduate Conference: Capstone, MBI, Ohio State
Applications are now being accepted for the Mathematical Biosciences Institute
Undergraduate Research Program: Capstone Conference
August 12-16, 2013
This conference offers undergraduate students doing research projects in
the mathematical biosciences an opportunity to present their work on the
national stage.
This student centered conference features:
-Recruitment fair for graduate studies
-Panels on jobs and graduate opportunities
-Keynotes from prominent Math Biologist
-Social event at the Columbus Zoo/Aquarium
To receive full consideration, completed applications should be received
by July 12, 2013.
For more information and to apply, please visit
www.mbi.osu.edu/eduprograms/upcapstone2013.html
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From: Jansen, Vincent <Vincent.Jansen@rhul.ac.uk>
Date: May 17, 2013 6:29:14 AM
Subject: PhD Position: Royal Holloway, U. of London
Tuning into malicious signals: Modelling and analysing cyber-terrorism
on social networks
Applications are invited for a PhD studentship to work on a
collaborative research project on online terrorism at Royal Holloway
University of London. This studentship is fully funded for three years
by a Reid Scholarship (including a tax-free stipend at a current rate of
15,726 pounds per year and UK/EU level university registration fees).
We aim to investigate the detection and mitigation of digital
communication network use by terrorists. The research will model how
terrorist groups can form on, communicate on, and disrupt communication
networks such as Twitter. One concern is that the way social networks
are used may play a role in promoting the rise of extremist social
groups and the project will assess this. There will be a data analysis
component of the project including statistical analysis to test models
on large datasets. We expect the results will contribute to a better
understanding of community formation and communication on networks and
develop theory on security for communication networks that cross
traditional geo-political boundaries.
The project will build on work previously done by Dr John Bryden and
Prof Vincent Jansen, both mathematical biologists, which modelled group
formation in dynamic networks and the mapping and classification of
groups on social networks. It will be conducted in conjunction with a
growing interdisciplinary team of researchers at RHUL including Dr Peter
Adey, a human geographer with interests in anticipatory forms of
planning for vulnerabilities and emergencies and Prof David Denney a
criminologist with interests in risk.
We are looking for candidates with a background in a quantitative
subject (e.g. mathematics, computer science, physics, psychology,
economics), experience in mathematical or simulation modelling, and a
strong affinity for statistical analysis and research in online social
behaviour. It is also desirable that candidates have a sensitivity to
notions of security and risk. We expect at least a 2.1 first degree (or
equivalent).
The studentship is expected to start in September 2013, or as early as
possible after this date. Informal enquiries prior to making an
application may be addressed to Dr John Bryden (john.bryden@rhul.ac.uk),
or Prof Vincent Jansen (Vincent.jansen@rhul.ac.uk).
To make an application, please send a covering letter stating clearly
how you fulfill the requirements of the studentship, your research
interests and include a CV, and the names and email addresses of two
academic referees, to john.bryden@rhul.ac.uk.
Closing Date: 23rd May, interviews will be held before the end of May.
Funding Notes:
This studentship is fully funded for three years by a Reid Scholarship
(including a tax-free stipend at a current rate of 15,726 pounds per
year and UK/EU level university registration fees).
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From: Prof Nick Hill - Head of School <HoS@maths-stats.gla.ac.uk>
Date: May 13, 2013 6:10:49 AM
Subject: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader: Mathematics, U Glasgow
The University of Glasgow, Scotland, UK is advertising for a
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader in Mathematics. (This is roughly
equivalent to a Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in the USA.) One of
the key areas is Biological Fluid Mechanics and/or Mathematical Biology.
The School of Mathematics & Statistics has a Biofluids Laboratory, so
applicants with an interest in experimental research are welcome.
The closing date is 31 May, 2013 and details are at
http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AGL557/
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader in Mathematics at Glasgow, UK
The University of Glasgow, Scotland, UK is advertising for a
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader in Mathematics. (This is roughly
equivalent to a Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in the USA.) One of
the key areas is Biological Fluid Mechanics and/or Mathematical Biology.
The School of Mathematics & Statistics has a Biofluids Laboratory, so
applicants with an interest in experimental research are welcome.
The closing date is 31 May, 2013 and details are at
http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AGL557/
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From: Misra, Manoj <Manoj.Misra@unilever.com>
Date: May 15, 2013 2:37:27 PM
Subject: Position: Imaging and Image Processing Specialist
Principal Imaging Scientist
Job Summary
-Lead and coordinate core expertise in Image processing, Modeling and
holistic analyses of data acquired from various devices and instruments.
-Drive forward the area of biosubstrates, especially skin, by
establishing a robust in vivo imaging program.
-Demonstrated ability for holistic modeling of complex structures,
inherent connectivities between measurements, tissue properties and
ingredients.
Responsibilities
-Drive image analyses program for Unilever's Personal Care Category
-Build validated tools and capabilities for efficient and improved
analyses of data collected from imaging and measurement devices.
-Interface with key experts for building consumer relevant measurements.
-Leverage open innovation opportunities to build leading
industry-relevant capabilities for insight generation and claim support.
-Excellent communication skills - Ability to work with and lead team of
scientists.
Key Requirements
Position requires a PhD in engineering, Mathematics or Physics with
experience to lead and coordinate core expertise in imaging and modeling.
Extensive hands on experience in image analyses and mathematical methods
in biomedical/bioengineering area - preferably applications related to
skin.
Unilever offers a competitive compensation package which includes:
Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses,
domestic partners & children; Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent
Care, Retirement & Savings Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Vacation
and Holidays.
Unilever is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination
based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national
origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with
applicable federal, state and local laws.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-employment drug-screening
results and background investigation. Green Card or US Citizenship
required.
CONTACT:
Dr. M. Misra
Measurement & Modeling
Unilever R&D,
Trumbull, CT 06611, USA
Manoj.misra@unilever.com
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From: Schoenfeld, Terri <tschoenfeld@air-worldwide.com>
Date: May 17, 2013 9:51:47 AM
Subject: Position: Life and Health Risk Modeler/Programmer
Job Title: Life and Health Risk Modeler/Programmer
Location: Boston
AIR Worldwide (AIR), a member of the Verisk Insurance Solutions group at
Verisk Analytics, is the scientific leader and most respected provider
of risk modeling software and consulting services. AIR founded the
catastrophe modeling industry in 1987 and today models the risk from
natural catastrophes, terrorism, and infectious disease in over 90
countries. AIR offers the opportunity to work with advanced
technologies, global clients, and hundreds of the most innovative,
talented minds in the industry.
This position is in the infectious disease modeling team within the
Research and Modeling department. The team has developed techniques for
modeling risk from catastrophic pandemics using a global metapopulation
SEIR model that explicitly accounts for population movement and
epidemiologic disease spread. This position will allow for expansion of
the team's existing capabilities and provide support for the team's
increasing set of responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
-Develop and enhance excess morbidity, mortality, and longevity risk
models
-Manage the collection and analysis of data, in particular morbidity -
and mortality-related data sets to assess frequency and severity of
events
-Research scientific literature for application to model development
-Implement models translating risk into monetary insurance loss
-Perform validation and verification analysis of implemented model
solutions
Experience, Knowledge, & Abilities:
-Ability to gather, understand, and critically analyze data from all
relevant sources of information, especially morbidity/mortality data and
vital statistics
-Solid technical programming skills (e.g. C, C++, C#, FORTRAN, Python,
etc.)
-Familiarity with manipulating large data sets, SQL experience a plus
-Knowledge in statistics, familiarity with statistical packages such as
R a plus
-Highly motivated and self-directed with track record of innovation and
demonstrated experience in advancing complex projects
-Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts and skills
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-Risk modeling experience, GIS skills, and/or insurance industry
knowledge a plus
Requirements:
-MPH/MSPH/MS in public health, natural science, or engineering or BS
with related experience
-Background in epidemiology, biology, or biostatistics a plus
https://aircareers-isofamily.icims.com/jobs/25455/job
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability,
veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classification protected
by Federal, state, or local law.
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