Professor in Brain-Computer Interfaces and Neural Engineering

The School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering from the University of Essex - UK, is looking for Professor in BCI and neural engineering. 

As part of the continued expansion of the School, we are seeking to appoint two Professorships in two of the four areas of specialism in the school. We are also recruiting in the areas of:

• Artificial Intelligence and Computer Games
• Cyber Physical Systems
• Human Language Technology/Natural Language Processing.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in a relevant discipline and relevant academic expertise in a related area. You will have a proven track record of internationally excellent research relevant to the post, a strong track record of published academic output at international levels of recognition, success in raising grant income appropriate to the research discipline, and a sustained record of effectiveness in relation to teaching and learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

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Facebook is looking for a BCI Engineer - Salary: $145.000/year

Facebook's mission is to give people the power to share, and make the world more open and connected. The Technical Project Team has the responsibility for scoping the effort from inception to product, communicating it to others, creating the partnerships necessary to achieve targeted results, and hitting key milestones. 

B8 seeks an experienced Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) Engineer who will be responsible for working on a 2-year B8 project focused on developing advanced BCI technologies. We are looking for a slightly impatient individual willing to face down their fear of failure to accomplish bold things. This is a two-year position based in our Menlo Park office.

Responsibilities

• Application of machine learning methods, including encoding and decoding models, to neuroimaging and electrophysiological data
• Oversee collaborative research, data management, and software development across a diverse set of external partners including academic and industrial organizations
• Travel to partner sites to review progress and facilitate collaboration

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in neuroscience, computer science, electrical engineering, or related quantitative technical field required
• 3+ years of experience with brain-computer interface technologies or other applications or machine learning methods to neuroimaging and/or electrophysiological data
• Ability to work effectively with diverse partners, vendors, and internal teams.
• Knowledge with software engineering and development
• Familiarity with commercial or open source software packages for artificial speech recognition, natural language processing, or computer vision methods

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PhD positions in University of Rhode Island, USA

The National Center for Adaptative Neurotechnologies (NCAN) is looking for two PhD positions in Biomedical Engineering until December, 15th.

For more information contact the Assistant Professor, Yalda Shahriari.

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NEURABLE - Looking for inspired minds to work with BCIs

Neurable wants to create a world where people live without limitations by enabling 3-D control of software and devices through brain activity in real-time enabling people to play games, operate toys and drive a full-sized car using their brain activity.

They are also looking for a Machine Learning Scientist/Researcher with a salary of $100.000/year.

If you are looking to create new possibilities and unlocks the true potential of existing non-invasive BCIs press here. 

Faculty positions in Biomedical Engineering / BCI

The University of California at Davis has positions available in Brain-Computer Interfaces area. 

The research program of a successful candidate is expected to integrate campus strengths in engineering, neurosciences, and medicine. Candidates interested in helping lead efforts to integrate these disciplines on the UC Davis campus, possibly as part of a new Center for Neuroengineering & Medicine, are encouraged to apply. The current positions are part of a cluster of hires that will also include an associated position in neurobiology/motor control.

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