2 research positions in machine learning at UC Irvine

[Padhraic Smyth]

We anticipate having 2 postdoc positions in the area of 
probabilistic learning at UC Irvine for a new NSF-funded project,
involving applications to Web and text data. See details below.
I would like to encourage readers of this list to apply if 
interested. Please feel free to distribute to other colleagues. 
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Padhraic Smyth



     Postdoctoral Research Positions in Machine Learning
       Department of Information and Computer Science
            University of California, Irvine

The Department of Information and Computer Science (ICS)
anticipates two full-time research positions available in the area
of machine learning and data mining. Responsibilities will include
conducting advanced research in predictive and stochastic modeling
of large data sets involving events over time (such as Web log
data) as well as algorithm development for information extraction
and analysis of text streams. Further responsibilities include
research demonstrations and presentations, as well as
collaborating with graduate students and faculty in the ICS
department.

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in Computer Science,
Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a
closely-related discipline, with an emphasis on machine learning
or applied statistics. Applicants must have specific knowledge of
probabilistic learning methods (such as the EM algorithm and
Bayesian learning). Experience with analysis and modeling of large
data sets (such as text and Web data) is desirable.

The salary range for this position is $45,048 to $54,240 annually,
commensurate with training and experience. The initial appointment
will be for a twelve-month period with extensions for further
years dependent in part on the availability of extra-mural
funding.

Interested applicants should respond no later than the closing
data of September 30th, 2002, by forwarding a cover letter,
Curriculum Vitae, and the names of three references to:

Professor Padhraic Smyth 
Department of Information and Computer Science 
University of California, Irvine 
CA 92697-3425

or via email to smyth at ics.uci.edu

The University of California, Irvine, is an Equal Opportunity
Employer, committed to excellence through diversity.