Job Description

A postdoctoral research position is available in the KU Leuven Electrical Engineering Department (ESAT), Stadius Centre for Dynamical Systems, Signal Processing and Data Analytics, in the frame of a research project on automotive audio, in collaboration with one of the top 3 players in the European automotive industry. The research activities include the design and evaluation of speech and audio signal processing algorithms for acoustic signal enhancement (e.g. acoustic echo and feedback control) in car cabins. The research will be carried out in an international team of signal processing researchers at ESAT-STADIUS. A one-year position is offered, with the possibility of extending the position with a second year.

RESEARCH ENVIRONMENT
The STADIUS research division of the Electrical Engineering (ESAT) Department at KU Leuven joins over 100 researchers. One subgroup within STADIUS (20 researchers supervised by Prof. Marc Moonen and Prof. Toon van Waterschoot) performs research on digital signal processing with application to speech and audio processing and digital communications. The focus of the speech and audio processing research is on acoustic signal enhancement, acoustic signal and system modeling, audio analysis, and audio reproduction. Applications range from hearing aids and cochlear implants to hands-free communications, public address and acoustic surveillance systems.
http://www.esat.kuleuven.be/stadius

RESPONSIBILITIES
The postdoctoral researcher will
- carry out research on the design and evaluation of signal processing algorithms for acoustic signal enhancement;
- monitor the work plan of the research project and make sure that milestones are achieved and deliverables are finalized in a timely manner;
- actively participate in research and project management meetings with the industrial project partner;
- take part in the research meetings, seminars, etc. at ESAT-STADIUS;
- assist in the supervision of MSc and PhD students;
- perform a limited amount of teaching activities (max. 2h per week).

PROFILE
- Candidates must hold a PhD degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), and have research experience in speech and audio signal processing (as shown by publications in relevant international journals and conference proceedings).
- Additional research experience in acoustic signal enhancement and/or automotive audio applications is considered a strong asset.
- Experience with Matlab programming is required, and experience with other programming languages (C/C++/Python/...) is considered beneficial.
- Excellent proficiency in the English language is required, as well as good communication skills, both oral and written.

OFFER
- A high-level and exciting international research environment at one of Europe's top universities.
- A strong research collaboration with a renowned industrial partner.
- A competitive salary.
- The possibility to participate in local as well as international courses, workshops and conferences.
- A one-year position with the possibility of extension for a second year.

INTERESTED?
For more information please contact Prof. Toon van Waterschoot, tel.: +32 16 32 17 88, mail: toon.vanwaterschoot@esat.kuleuven.be.
You can apply for this job no later than June 26, 2015 via the online application tool (see link).
KU Leuven carries out an equal opportunity and diversity policy.

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