Student Assistant - Computer Scientist for Chair of Applied Economics: Innovation & Internationalization in Zürich

20%-30%, Zurich, temporary

The Chair of Applied Economics at ETH Zurich, Department MTEC is looking for a student with a background in computer science to work as a research assistant in a large-scale data-digitization project.

It would go beyond a regular job advertisement to describe in detail even the most important challenges. However, we will outline those at the stage of the interview.

For successful applicants, it is paramount to be familiar with pdf-image reading, and it is of great help if not vital to have some basic understanding of music and musical scores. The key task we are looking for is a digitization of some 20,000 pieces of sheet music. Algorithms will have to be devised to:

• Classify the pieces into different classes depending on the formatting of music (details will be shared during the interview)
• Digitize the music (notes as well as breaks) in an efficient way.

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s 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.