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Market & Business Development Manager - Digital Segment
Company and Location: Sun Chemical Corporation, Performance Pigments - CClosing Date: Mar 18, 2012
Contact: debra.caproni@sunchemical.com
Job Description and Qualifications:
Sun Chemical Corporation, Performance Pigments Division, a leading supplier of color pigments and pigmented dispersions to the printing consumables, Coatings, Plastics and Specialty Markets, has an opening for a Market & Business Development Manager Digital Segment at its Cincinnati, Ohio site. Qualified candidate will develop and lead our business in the digital print and digital specialties markets.
Sun offers a competitive salary and solid benefits. If you meet the job requirements, send your confidential work history and salary requirements to: debra.caproni@sunchemical.com OR fax to 513-830-8901.
Key Responsibilities: " Identify market needs and opportunities; coordinate with technology, manufacturing and application teams to deliver a strong value proposition to potential customers
" Develop and execute strategic marketing and business plans
" Establish and coordinate communication/collaboration between Sun technology and business teams and those of our key digital customers
" Research and stay current with technology and market development in the digital print and digital specialties segments
" Provide direction, product training, and support to Suns sales and support staff
Desired Skills and Experience: " New Business Mindset the energy and enthusiasm to seek out opportunities and provide solutions to customer needs
" Technical /Application Knowledge familiar with ink jet and electro photographic printing technologies as well as the toners and inks used in these digital print processes
" Communication and Presentation Skills must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to a diverse group of internal and external customers
" Education minimum BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, an advanced degree in technology or business is preferable
" Work Experience 7+ years in digital print or closely related area
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE EEO/M/F/D/V
Digital Library Project Manager
Company and Location: The Revs Institute, Naples, FloridaClosing Date: Apr 7, 2012
Contact: jmoore@chmotorcars.com
Job Description and Qualifications:
Digital Library Project Manager The Revs Institute Naples, Florida Contact: Jayme Moore - jmoore@chmotorcars.com
*Background*
The Revs Institute, a 501c3 not-for-profit educational foundation, based at the Collier Collection in Naples, FL, has partnered with the Stanford University Libraries to digitize, archive and publish online one of the worlds largest collections of materials related to automotive history. The Revs Institute library collection consists of nearly two million items, and includes photographs, books, journals, paper archives, promotional material, realia and more. The Revs Institute intends to scan as high quality images a large portion of the archive by establishing on-site scanning capabilities as well as working with third-party scanning vendors. The Stanford University Libraries will archive the scanned materials and build an online digital library to make the collection accessible.
*Position Summary*
The Revs Institute is seeking a technical Project Manager to oversee the development of the worlds largest digital library of materials related to automotive history. Qualified applicants should have strong project management skills, and experience with mass digitization and digital archiving. Applicants are encouraged from a variety of backgrounds, including but not limited to libraries, museums, archives, online publishing, digital photography, commercial scanning and information technology fields.
This position is an exciting opportunity for a technical Project Manager with knowledge, interest and enthusiasm for the historical significance of the automobile.
This is a 4 year, fixed term position and will require some travel outside Florida.
*Tasks & Responsibilities*
The Digital Library Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating all activities at the Naples, FL based Revs Institute related to this project. Specific tasks and responsibilities will include:
* Hiring and supervising staff. The Project Manager will hire and supervise new staff to prepare collections for scanning, operate scanning equipment, perform quality control of project outputs and catalog digitized materials. The Project Manager will coordinate the daily activities of all project staff.
* Establishing and overseeing onsite scanning operations. The Project Manager will work with the Stanford University Libraries to establish scanning capabilities onsite at the Revs Institute in Naples, FL. This will include selecting, purchasing and installing scanning equipment and software, and designing operational and quality control workflows to digitize a variety of material types. This also includes the creation and use of tracking systems to coordinate digitization work. Once established, the Project Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of the scanning lab.
* Coordinating with scanning vendors. The Project Manager will manage the Revs Institutes relationship with scanning vendors that will digitize portions of the collection. The Project Manager will write and distribute requests for proposals (RFP), and will lead the process of selecting vendors. After vendors are selected, the Project Manager will coordinate offsite scanning activities, including preparation of materials to be sent to the vendor, shipping of materials, receipt and quality control of digital files produced by the vendor, and general oversight of the contract progress.
* Maintaining project plans, and tracking and reporting on project status. The Project Manager will maintain detailed project plans, and set and track milestones. The Project Manager will be responsible for detailed project documentation, including regular status reports.
* Project communication. The Project Manager will facilitate all communication with other Revs Institute staff members, and external project partners. This includes scheduling and facilitating meetings and conference calls, maintaining active email correspondence related to the project, and contributing to project related blogs, wikis and websites. The Project Manager will work closely with the Revs Institute Librarian. The Project Manager will also be the key liaison between the Revs Institute in Naples, FL and the project team at the Stanford University Libraries.
*Knowledge and Skills*
* Demonstrated technical project organizational and management skills in complex environments, including ability to create and implement project plans and schedules, develop system design documents, establish high performance standards, and deliver quality results.
* Technical knowledge and skills in the area of photography and digital imaging, including but not limited to studio setup and the operation of digital cameras and scanners.
* Proficiency with a variety of imaging software and imaging systems.
* Sufficient computer systems, storage and networking knowledge to implement and manage imaging systems in a heterogeneous hardware and software environment.
* Familiarity with metadata standards for library materials.
* Familiarity with principles and standards related to providing online access to and long-term preservation of digitized content.
* Understanding of preservation issues involved in reformatting print materials. Specifically training and experience handling rare and fragile special collections materials during the scanning process.
* Demonstrated highly effective interpersonal skills, with an ability to work with all levels of staff, vendors and consultants.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
* Demonstrated ability to meet schedules and deadlines.
* Highly organized and detail-oriented.
* Experience working in a large archival or library digitization project desirable.
Interested applicants, please submit resume and cover letter to: Jayme Moore - jmoore@chmotorcars.com (fax) 239-643-7167
Display Color Science & Rendering
Company and Location: QualcommClosing Date: Apr 15, 2012
Contact: kdragone@qualcomm.com
Job Description and Qualifications:
The color scientist will develop efficient techniques for realizing high performance image and video displays with a new display technology. This requires a solid grasp of color science theory and a demonstrated experience of applications involving either (ideally both) display or color printing fields. The work will involve constructing effective device and system specifications, experimental characterization, optimizing rendering algorithms, and quantitative analyses. Working knowledge of image processing concepts is a requirement.
Responsibilities:
" Develop gamut mapping, pixel rendering and visualization algorithms for display technologies
" Provide guidance on display performance requirements from the perspective of visual science and simulation
" Design and setup apparatus for display panel testing
" Perform data analysis, prepare technical reports
Qualifications:
" More than 5 years of experience in color science application in either display or printing industries
" More than 5 years of experience in developing gamut mapping and visualization algorithms
" Solid understanding of colorimentry and CIE colorimetric system
" Solid understanding of theories and models of color vision
" Years of hands-on experience in testing and evaluating display devices and/or color printing devices
" Proficient in C, visual C++ and MatLab
Education:
Ph.D. with more than 5 years of the related experience
How to Apply: If interested, please visit our website at www.qualcomm.com/careers and apply directly to requisition E1890292.
Color Scientist
Company and Location: Sony Pictures ImageworksClosing Date: Apr 17, 2012
Contact: keeney@imageworks.com
Job Description and Qualifications:
The role of Color Scientist is responsible for the development and support of advanced color image processing technologies to meet the needs of our feature visual effects and animation motion-pictures.
Basic Requirements:
- Ability to create color transforms utilizing a broad knowledge of color science fundamentals - Experience evaluating image fidelity, including factors such as color, contrast, resolution, noise, grain, etc. - Programming expertise specific to image processing, color processing, and color transform generation - Strong problem solving skills (particularly focused on image processing pipelines) - Strong communication skills (written, oral, and presentation) - Ability to interface with outside vendors (DI companies, film labs, clients)
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of programming experience in a computer graphics / color science related role (Python / C++ preferred) - Proven track record of color algorithm design and development for commercial products or projects - Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field a plus - Experience with color workflow design in a production environment is a plus
We are especially enthusiastic about candidates whose interests may include:
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) imaging - High resolution imaging - Commercial color management solutions - Cutting-edge image capture technology - Digital motion-picture cameras - Digital Intermediate and color correction - Wide color gamuts - Compositing - Onset color management - Color perception models / color appearance model - Device characterization and metrology - Display technologies, including characterization and calibration methods - Film and film processing
Sony Pictures Imageworks is the Academy Award winning visual effects and animation unit of Sony Pictures Digital Productions known for live-action visual effects and character animation, all-CG animation, and stereoscopic 3D imagery. The company is currently in production on OZ: THE GREAT AND POWERFUL, THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN, MEN IN BLACK III, and the animated features ARTHUR CHRISTMAS (3D) and HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA. Other recent creditsinclude the hybrid live-action/animation film THE SMURFS (3D), THE GREEN LANTERN (3D), ZOOKEEPER, ALICE IN WONDERLAND (3D), and CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS (3D).
You will be working with an industry-leading software development team, which has contributed to notable projects including Katana, Alembic, Open Shading Language (OSL), and OpenColorIO, amongst others.
For inquiries, please contect Brian Keeney, V.P. Software Development: keeney@imageworks.com
Senior Imaging ASIC Design Engineer
Company and Location: Kyocera Technology Development (Los Angeles, CA)Closing Date: Apr 25, 2012
Contact: Michael Chang (michael.chang@ktd-kyocera.com)
Job Description and Qualifications:
Job description: " Plan and perform engineering research and development of complex image processing algorithms " Innovate new compression algorithms " Research and develop new methods, architecture, or pipeline, to improve system performance and reduce memory usage " Model and test algorithms for proof of concept using C/C++, SystemC, MathLab, and/or Verilog " Write related technical documentation Required skills: " Familiarity with image processing algorithms " Familiarity with compression technologies including JPEG/JPEG 2000, ALDC, and others " Proficient in one or more of C/C++, , MathLab, SystemC " Proficient in one or more of System Verilog, Verilog, Perl " Familiarity with ASIC design process and Verilog is a major plus " Good oral and written communication skills " Able to function with no supervision, at the same time work well with others
Requirements: BS in EE or CS or Math with 15+ years of experience, MS with 10+ years, or PhD with 5+ years in the printing or imaging related fields.
2 PhD Positions in Color Imaging
Company and Location: Gjøvik University CollegeClosing Date: Jul 14, 2012
Contact: jon.hardeberg@hig.no
Job Description and Qualifications:
Position description: The Norwegian Color Research Laboratory at the Faculty of Computer Science and Media Technology in Gjøvik University College invites applications for two 3-year full-time early stage researcher (PhD) positions in the context of the EU-funded Marie Curie Initial Training Network project entitled Colour Printing 7.0: Next Generation Multi-Channel Printing (CP7.0).
The two early stage researchers will work on two distinct but related fields of research within the CP7.0 project: * Position 1: Spectral modelling for multi-channel printers and displays. * Position 2: Design and development of spectral colour management workflows.
*****Conditions***** The positions are remunerated according to salary level 48 in the Norwegian national salary scheme, gross NOK 391 300 per annum, of which 2% is deducted for the State Pension scheme.
*****Eligibility regulations***** In accordance to the eligibility regulations for Marie Curie ITNs imposed by the EU, the early stage researchers to be appointed must not have resided or carried out their main activity in the host organisation's country (Norway) for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to the appointment date. Short stays such as holidays are not taken into account.
In addition, applicants for the early stage researcher positions should fulfill the following conditions: * Must have not yet been awarded a doctoral degree, * Must be, at the time of recruitment, in the first four years (full time equivalent) of their research careers, measured from the date they obtained the degree which would formally entitle them to embark on a doctorate, * Should hold a good postgraduate degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Printing Science, Colour Imaging, or other relevant field.
*****Timeline and Application Procedures***** Deadline for the application process: 15th February 2012 Applicants should submit a letter of application, full curriculum vitae including a full list of publications, and at least two references. Applications must be made through the electronic application system EasyCruit on http://hig.easycruit.com/vacancy/653439/42360?iso=no
*****Contact and information***** For more information on the position visit http://www.colorlab.no/vacancies or http://hig.easycruit.com/vacancy/653439/42360?iso=no For questions please contact Professor Jon Yngve Hardeberg (jon.hardeberg@hig.no).
