{"id":459,"date":"2021-02-03T13:03:58","date_gmt":"2021-02-03T13:03:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/ecosystems\/postdoc-3d-modeling-and-virtual-reality-creation-of-natural-forest-environments\/"},"modified":"2021-02-03T13:03:58","modified_gmt":"2021-02-03T13:03:58","slug":"postdoc-3d-modeling-and-virtual-reality-creation-of-natural-forest-environments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/news\/postdoc-3d-modeling-and-virtual-reality-creation-of-natural-forest-environments","title":{"rendered":"Postdoc &#8211; 3D Modeling and Virtual Reality Creation of Natural Forest Environments"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"nova-c-card nova-c-card--spacing-m nova-c-card--elevation-none job-detail-card\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<div class=\"nova-c-card__body nova-c-card__body--spacing-inherit\">\n<div class=\"job-detail-card__description\" data-testid=\"description\">\n<div>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The newly created Forest Resources Management group FORM at ETH&#8217;s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/jobderef\/948491\/https%3A%2F%2Fites.ethz.ch%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Institute of Terrestrial Ecosystems<\/a>&nbsp;within the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/jobderef\/948491\/https%3A%2F%2Fusys.ethz.ch%2Fen%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Department of Environmental Systems Science<\/a>&nbsp;is looking for outstanding postdoctoral researchers with expertise in designing engaging interactive media and immersive virtual content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The candidates are expected to be forward thinking in their creative- and research agenda, enthusiastically engage with the public and university, and excel teaching in the classroom and online. They will embrace the opportunity to augment our faculty&#8217;s strengths in 3D content creation and game design, while shaping the evolution of our forays into interactive media creation and virtual reality storytelling in forest resources management.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This position is key to bridging creative, conceptual, and scientific alliances between traditional research in forestry, remote sensing, and cutting edge virtual reality applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Project_background\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Project background<\/span><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Project_background\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> Project background<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Job_description\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> Job description<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Terms_of_employment\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.1<\/span> Terms of employment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Your_profile\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> Your profile<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Essential_experience_skills_and_characteristics\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.1<\/span> Essential experience, skills and characteristics<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Desirable_criteria\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.2<\/span> Desirable criteria<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#ETH_Zurich\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">4<\/span> ETH Zurich<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Interested\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">5<\/span> Interested?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<p><\/p>\n<div><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">People at FORM focus on questions related to the development and enhancement of IT based decision support systems (DSS) used in the management of forest resources. These DSS cover various management scales, ranging from a single forest stand to landscape level. Based on information on current forest conditions, obtained via traditional inventories, or using remote sensing (e.g. Lidar), our DSS predict the development of forest conditions over time, allowing a comparison of the consequences of various management approaches, climate change, windthrow, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The output from such models is, however, often quite abstract and difficult to interpret. We are therefore aiming to create an immersive experience, allowing users to view both the model as well as modelling output in a virtual environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Job_description\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Job description<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<div>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The successful candidate will work with students to design and build multidisciplinary simulation prototypes and user-experiences employing rigorous simulation methods. You will collaborate with other researchers in the group to enhance current data flows into and from various forest management tools, ultimately linking forest management models into a VR (virtual reality) environment. You will:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">(a) Develop an approach to use Lidar point clouds and other information sources to develop a virtual forest based on DSS model output.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">(b) Create educational resources for- and contribute to the development of lectures\/ courses in the field of 3D Modeling and Virtual Reality in forestry and the environmental sciences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The objectives will be to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Develop a workflow for 3D parametrization of modelling output, eg using ESRI\u2019s City Engine, and the Unreal engine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Link existing forest management models into a VR environment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Assess current limitations regarding the level of detail required by scientists, and computational capacity available for a desktop VR application.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Design an immersive forest experience based on the above.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">You will also be expected to develop independent research to support your future career in academic- or industrial research. You will assist Prof. Griess with organisational and oversight responsibilities on various ongoing and future projects. You will mentor and work with student researchers, and contribute to teaching courses in the department\u2019s graduate and undergraduate curriculum. Overall, you will contribute to and participate in the life and development of the research group, advise students, author and co-author scientific publications, present research at conferences and events, serve on committees, and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Terms_of_employment\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Terms of employment<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This is a 3 year full-time position. The desired starting date is March 01, 2021, a different starting date can be discussed. The position is open until filled.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/jobderef\/948491\/https%3A%2F%2Fethz.ch%2Fservices%2Fen%2Femployment-and-work%2Femployment%2Femployment-salary.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Detailed information regarding employment and salaries at ETH can be found here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Your_profile\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Your profile<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<div><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Essential_experience_skills_and_characteristics\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Essential experience, skills and characteristics<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">A relevant PhD in computer sciences, digital arts, geography, environmental sciences, forest sciences, or a related discipline, obtained no more than 5 year ago.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Demonstrated expertise in multiple tools for authoring media in a VR environment, including but not limited to: Unity, Unreal, Avid, Adobe, 3D modeling\/animation applications, coding\/scripting languages, spherical video cinematography, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Detailed knowledge of established and experimental workflows for VR content creation and awareness of emerging developments in the field.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">English proficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Demonstrated ability to communicate and work collaboratively within a culturally diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Good publication record in international peer reviewed journals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Ability to work independently, with flexibility, humour and critical thinking.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"Desirable_criteria\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Desirable criteria<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Familiarity with, and interest in, video games, their development and research use.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Experience teaching online or creating resources for education in an online environment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Familiarity with Python and\/or C++ scripting for animation tools and game engines.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Familiarity with 360-degree video production and post-production.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Experience in developing curricula for emerging media.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"ETH_Zurich\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">ETH Zurich<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<div><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">ETH Zurich is one of the world\u2019s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.<\/span><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Interested\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Interested?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<div><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">We look forward to receiving you online application including the following information:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Letter of motivation, no more than 2 pages in length, describing your motivation to apply for this specific posting, your career goals, as well as a short description that separately and clearly addresses how you possess each of the qualifications listed above<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Detailed CV<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Publication list<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Copy of PhD diploma or equivalent<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Contact details of 2-3 references<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Any additional material you wish to share.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">All documents must be in PDF format and must not be compressed. Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">ETH strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">For further information please contact Prof. Verena Griess at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/jobderef\/948491\/http%3A%2F%2Fusys.ethz.ch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">verena.griess@usys.ethz.ch<\/a>&nbsp;(no applications).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"nova-c-card nova-c-card--spacing-m nova-c-card--elevation-none job-detail-card\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<div class=\"nova-c-card__header nova-c-card__header--spacing-inherit\">\n<div class=\"nova-e-text nova-e-text--size-l nova-e-text--family-sans-serif nova-e-text--spacing-none nova-e-text--color-grey-600\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Areas of Research<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"nova-c-card__body nova-c-card__body--spacing-inherit\">\n<div class=\"nova-l-flex__item nova-l-flex nova-l-flex--gutter-m &lt;a href=\" mailto:nova-l-flex--direction-row=\"\" s-up=\"\" nova-l-flex--align-items-stretch=\"\">\n<div class=\"nova-l-flex__item nova-l-flex__item--grow\">\n<ul class=\"nova-e-list nova-e-list--size-m nova-e-list--type-unordered nova-e-list--spacing-auto\">\n<li class=\"nova-e-list__item\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Computer Science<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"nova-e-list__item\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Forestry<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"nova-e-list__item\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Human-Computer Interaction<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The newly created Forest Resources Management group FORM at ETH&#8217;s&nbsp;Institute of Terrestrial Ecosystems&nbsp;within the&nbsp;Department of Environmental Systems Science&nbsp;is looking for outstanding postdoctoral researchers with expertise in designing engaging interactive media and immersive virtual content. The candidates are expected to be forward thinking in their creative- and research agenda, enthusiastically engage with the public and university, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-459","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/459","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=459"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/459\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=459"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=459"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=459"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}