Iuliia Kotseruba

University of Guelph Assistant Professor Iuliia (Yulia) Kotseruba is advertising MSc and PhD positions in her lab, with starting dates in September 2026 and January 2027 . The research is centered on computer vision , cognitive science , robotics , and AI , with two main directions: (1) cognitively-inspired computer vision systems for traffic scene analysis and modeling the behavior of drivers and pedestrians ; and (2) driving simulator research , including human data collection and improving simulator fidelity. The lab’s broader research interests include pedestrian behavior understanding, driver attention, cognitive architectures, human-centered traffic safety, and intelligent transportation. This is a strong fit for students interested in human-compliant models, behavioral data analysis, and real-world applications in autonomous and assistive driving. Eligibility highlights: applicants should have a BSc or MSc in Computer Science or a related field , strong Python skills, and a genuine interest in research and learning new problems. Helpful background includes computer vision , cognitive science , data analysis (pandas/R), graphics/Unity , hardware/drivers, and machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow . Funding: no specific stipend is listed in the post, but the professor notes that graduate scholarships may be available from provincial, federal, and private-sector sources, including NSERC and provincial funding. Domestic students are especially encouraged to plan early for scholarship deadlines, and international students may also have opportunities. Application window: the post mentions a Fall 2026 deadline for domestic students of June 1 . The lab page also advises applying early for scholarship consideration. Interested candidates should apply through the University of Guelph graduate application process, name Iuliia Kotseruba as a potential supervisor, and submit the Google Form linked in the post.