Information for candidates
interested in
postdoctoral research at ISR
The Institute for Systems Research (ISR) is an interdisciplinary research unit of the University of Maryland. Located in College Park, Md., ISR generates fundamental knowledge and technologies for integrated design for control of complex engineering systems.
ISR has the following research emphases:
· Global Communications Systems· Sensor-Actuator Networks
· Next-Generation Product Realization Systems
· Societal Infrastructure Systems
· Cross-Disciplinary Systems Education
ISR's research programs are at the forefront of advances in modern systems engineering, and incorporate sophisticated analytical and computational methods with state-of-the-art experimental and modeling techniques.
Interest areas
At ISR a multi-disciplinary team of outstanding scientists and engineers is pursuing in-depth studies in the implications and applications of modern computer technology to control and communication systems technologies. Extensive industrial collaboration is an integral part of the program.
ISR's research projects encompass a diverse set of systems problems; they include intelligent control of processes, electromechanical motion control, wireless communication networks, high-speed satellite and terrestrial communication networks, telemedicine systems, and virtual factories for the manufacture of electromechanical devices.
While we welcome applications from qualified parties with interests in systems, control and communication, we are especially seeking persons for research projects on the following topics:
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Appointments
ISR Post-doctoral appointments are available for recipients of Ph.D. degrees who have interests in systems engineering and its applications. Candidates must have received their degrees by August 31 of the same year that the appointment begins. Typically, appointments are effective from September through August. Academic excellence and outstanding potential for basic research weigh heavily in appointment selection.
Benefits
ISR Post-doctoral appointees enjoy the unique opportunity of participating in state-of-the-art research in systems engineering. Exceptional opportunities exist for research in collaboration with leading industrial and government research laboratories. Appointments offer generous salaries and provide excellent benefits. They are typically for one year and are renewable up to a second year based on performance and the availability of funds.
Application procedure
To be considered for a post-doctoral appointment, applicants must submit the following materials:
- curriculum vitae, including a list of publications
- sample publications (two or three will suffice)
- a transcript from the institution where the Ph.D. was (or will be) earned, showing grades in courses taken
- statement of research interests and goals, including the reason one wishes to participate in this program
- three letters of recommendation
All materials must be received by the Institute for Systems Research by January 15, 2008 to qualify candidates for Fall 2008 consideration. Mail applications to:
- Institute for Systems Research
- Attn: Post-Doctoral Appointment Review
- 2175 A.V. Williams Building
- University of Maryland
- College Park, MD 20742
- Attn: Post-Doctoral Appointment Review
For additional information, e-mail sue@umd.edu
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