Connectionists: Postdoc in Probabilistic models of preference

[Wael El-deredy]

Postdoc in Probabilistic models of preference
A postdoctoral post in applied mathematics, sponsored by Unilever Corporate Research, is available for 16 months to develop, implement and evaluate a probabilistic model for collaborative filtering and personalisation. The project involves close interaction with the industrial sponsors.

You will be part of a team implementing and evaluating a live experiment in personalised recommendations. You will develop and test statistical data analysis algorithms for user modelling and collaborative filtering and interact with the software design team. You will present research findings, write research reports and prepare material for publication. You will undertake occasional teaching and/or curricular activities as required. Expertise in probabilistic models, Bayesian inference, and statistical data analysis are essential, and experience in software development, preferably in MATLAB, are desirable.

Salary £25,889 p.a.

Informal enquiries
Dr Wael El-Deredy 
Tel. +44 (0) 161 275 2566
Email: Wael.El-Deredy at Manchester.ac.uk 

Further particulars an application form 
http://www.staffnet.manchester.ac.uk/employment/jobs/research/vacancy/?ref=118559

Closing date: 25/06/2007
Reference: MHS/155/07