PhD: AI-Driven Optical Imaging of Live Plant Roots

University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive funding support

Access to advanced facilities

Training programs for professional development

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution seeks a motivated PhD student for a project exploring novel optics and AI to image live plant roots. This multidisciplinary role involves developing advanced optical systems, training neural networks, and working with a team across engineering and biosciences. Ideal candidates should have a background in relevant fields such as Physics or Computer Science along with a passion for research and innovation. Funding support will cover tuition fees and stipends.

Qualifications

• An enthusiastic student with a keen interest in optics and machine learning.
• Ability to work as part of a team and meet challenges.
• Background in Physics, Computer Science, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Develop optical systems to image live plant roots.
• Train neural networks to correct imaging distortions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on advanced research.

Skills

Self-motivated

Resourceful

Teamwork

General coding skills

Education

1st or 2:1 in Physics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or Biosciences

Tools

Optical instrumentation

AI and machine learning

Job description

A prestigious educational institution seeks a motivated PhD student for a project exploring novel optics and AI to image live plant roots. This multidisciplinary role involves developing advanced optical systems, training neural networks, and working with a team across engineering and biosciences. Ideal candidates should have a background in relevant fields such as Physics or Computer Science along with a passion for research and innovation. Funding support will cover tuition fees and stipends.