PhD Research Opportunity: AI for modelling equine reproduction (MATX3)

Atlantic Technological University (ATU)

  • Sligo
  • €22,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 days ago
Job Information Organisation/CompanyAtlantic Technological University (ATU) DepartmentResearch Research FieldMathematics » Computational mathematicsMathematics » OtherComputer science » OtherEngineering » Electronic engineeringEngineering » Other Researcher ProfileFirst Stage Researcher (R1) CountryIreland Application Deadline29 Apr 2024 - 17:00 (Europe/Dublin) Type of ContractNot Applicable Job StatusNot Applicable Hours Per WeekFull Time study Offer Starting Date2 Sep 2024 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?European Union / Next Generation EU Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?NoOffer DescriptionThe Higher Education Authority (HEA) Technological University Research and Innovation Supporting Enterprise, Scheme (TU RISE) is co-financed by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) via the Southern, Eastern & Midland Regional Programme 2021- 27 and the Northern & Western Regional Programme 2021-27.Funding for this Project includes:
  • A student stipend (usually tax-exempt) valued at €22,000 per annum
  • Annual waivers of postgraduate tuition fee
  • Extensive research training programme
  • Support for travel, consumables and dissemination expenses
The Postgraduate Research Programme MedAgriTech AI eXcellence (MATX) funded under TU RISE, 12 PhD research scholarships to commence in 2024. Each project will include an enterprise placement of minimum 12 weeks duration.Project MATX 03: AI for Modelling Equine ReproductionThis project will use AI and mathematical modelling techniques to analyse ovarian ultrasound images and other variables (hormones, body condition score) to predict time of ovulation and the occurrence of multiple ovulations. This will help with timing of artificial insemination, allow confident booking of stallion covers and with predicting twinning. The project will lead to improved protocols for equine ultrasound scanning and improved use of ultrasound images to better estimate the reproductive health of mares and better predict the time of ovulation. This will lead to fewer missed heats, preventing late foaling and lower the costs of production of foals. It will also allow confident booking of stallion covers allowing breeders to get their top choice of genetics every time.A minimum of 2.1 honours degree (Level 8) in a relevant discipline.Project Duration:48 months (PhD)Preferred Location:ATU Sligo, CampusApplications:Application Form / Terms of Conditions can be obtained on the website:The closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm, (GMT) Monday 29th April, 2024.Only selected applicants will be called for an online interview (shortlisting may apply).RequirementsResearch Field Mathematics » Other Education Level Bachelor Degree or equivalentSpecific RequirementsRelevant qualifications: Mathematical Sciences, Engineering or Computer Science. Skills Required: Mathematical modelling and computing.Languages ENGLISH Level GoodResearch Field EngineeringComputer scienceMathematicsAdditional InformationWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Country Ireland City ATU, Sligo GeofieldWhere to apply WebsiteContact State/ProvinceCO. SLIGO CityATU Sligo Campus (Provisional) WebsiteStreetATLANTIC TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY Postal CodeF91YW50 E-MailLeo.Creedon@atu.ieSTATUS: EXPIRED

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