Applications are invited for a Research Assistant Professor / Research Scientist position at the Computational Biomedicine Lab (www.cbl.uh.edu), University of Houston in the area of Face Recognition.

CBL's Face recognition software (URxD) ranked first in the 3D-shape section of the recent Face Recognition Vendor Test (FRVT) organized by NIST (http://www.uh.edu/admin/media/nr/2007/07july/073007urxd.html). The Computational Biomedicine Lab provides a unique interdisciplinary research environment with internationally recognized collaborators. The position entails research in novel biometrics. The candidate will benefit from mentorship of a diverse research team and will be exposed to cutting-edge technology.

Applicants should have a doctoral degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics or a related field. The successful applicant will have solid research, interpersonal, and communication skills. Prior biometrics experience is required.

The position is open immediately and the salary compensation is very competitive. For consideration, please submit your application preferably in one single PDF-document including cover letter, a full CV, a statement of research interests and career goals and the names and email addresses of three references to ioannisk@uh.edu, with subject line "PDF/RSP: (your name)".

For more information please email Prof. Kakadiaris (ioannisk@uh.edu).

Houston offers an outstanding environment for research and professional opportunities for growth and collaboration, including the largest medical center in the country. UH is an equal employment opportunity employer and smoke-free environment. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.