Applications are invited for a full-time postdoctoral or senior staff position in the Human Sensing Lab (http://humansensing.cs.cmu.edu) at Carnegie Mellon University. Applicants should have an M.S. or Ph. D in computer science, engineering or related fields, and a strong background in computer vision and machine learning (classification theory). A proven record of publications in top vision and machine learning conferences and journal is required for the postdoctoral position.
The candidate will be responsible for developing novel machine learning algorithms for temporal classification of facial expressions, in particular action units. The project will require proficiency in Matlab, but some parts will be developed in C/C++. Knowledge of OpenCV is a plus.
The position will start in December 1st 2009. Salary is competitive.

GREEN CARD or US CITIZENSHIP is required.

To apply: Applications should be sent by email (ftorre@cs.cmu.edu) and should include a CV, a brief statement of research interests, the expected date of availability and the names of 3 references. Applications should be sent as soon as possible and preferably before November 1st, 2009, but later applications may be considered until the position is filled.