4+4 PhD Position in Real-time Onboard Computing for Autonomous Aerial Manipulation

Syddansk Universitet

Odense, Syddanmark
Permanent
Fuldtid

26 dage siden

Job Description:at the , Faculty of Engineering of the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) is opening one or more PhD positions in the area of digital and embedded electronics for drone technologies.The starting date is 1 September 2024 and applicants must be enrolled in a master's programme at the Faculty of Engineering, SDU and have completed the first year of the master's programme at the time of enrollment in the PhD School to be eligible for a 4+4 PhD position.The application deadline is 1 June 2024 at 23.59 (CET/CEST)The section focuses on conducting research in digital and high-frequency electronics, embedded systems, control, and communication, utilizing cutting-edge reconfigurable computing and sensors. The aim is to develop next-generation electronics and computing solutions that solve technology-related challenges in fields such as autonomous robots, drones, IoT, smart grid, and healthcare.The section is a vital component of our educational programs in electrical engineering in Odense, offering Bachelor's and Master of Science degrees in Electronics Engineering. Over the next few years, the section is expected to expand to include at least 20 academics, including PhD students and engineers, to support research funding, industrial collaboration, and educational activities. This growth will enable the section to continue its contribution to the field of electrical engineering and related areas.The SDU campus in Odense comprises five faculties and soon also a large university hospital creating a great concentration of academics and students facilitating interdisciplinary research and rich student life. The city of Odense is culturally rich surrounded by a vibrant and growing robotics community and highly livable with a green banked meandering river cutting through the centre and attractive residential areas.Job descriptionEnrolling in our PhD program, where you will be working with aerial manipulation control, and work on the development of drones that are adaptable for fulfilling different task requirements. Your responsibilities as a PhD student encompass cutting-edge research in onboard computing, and aerial manipulation hardware/software design for autonomous operations. As a PhD, collaborative synergy will be a cornerstone as you work alongside accomplished peers, including PhD students and postdocs from the research group. If you are a detail-oriented, self-motivated individual with a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you.Qualifications

The applicant must hold a BSc degree in robotics, drones, digital electronics, autonomous systems, or a related field.
The applicant must be enrolled in a relevant master's programme at the Faculty of Engineering, SDU.
Hardware skills in digital electronics, hardware programming (FPGA/MPSoC), and hardware architectures.
Software skills in C, C++, Python, and ROS.
Good academic writing skills.

For further information about the position, please contact Head of Digital and High-frequency Electronics Section, Professor Emad Samuel Malki Ebeid, e-mail: .If you experience technical issues, you must contact .Application procedureBefore applying the candidates are expected to read the , SDU information on , and Faculty information on .The application must be in English and must include:

Completed TEK PhD application form for 4+4 applicants. Find the form at the

. * Completed TEK PhD form for calculation grade point average. Find the form at the
. * Motivated personal application.

Detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Verified copies of the official bachelor diploma and transcripts of exams, both the original documents and in professional English translation.
An official document describing the grading scheme of the awarding universities (if not Danish) for bachelor's degree.
Verified copies of current master's transcripts of records from University of Southern Denmark.

The application may also include:

References, you're welcome to use the form for reference letter at the

. * List of publications and maximum 2 examples of relevant publications (in case you have any publications).Assessment and selection processApplications will be assessed by an assessment committee or an expert. Shortlisting may be applied. Only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the faculty. Interviews and tests may be part of the selection process.Conditions of employment
To be considered for the position it is required that the applicant is enrolled in a master's programme (kandidatuddannelse) at the Faculty of Engineering, SDU, and has completed the first year at the time for enrollment.The 4+4 PhD fellowship programme is divided into a 22 month grant period followed by an employment period. When the master's degree (kandidatuddannelse) is achieved and you as least have attained a grade of 10 (Danish scale), you will be employed at the same terms as a 3-year PhD fellowship. Read about .The enrollment and employment will cease without further notice at the end of the 4-year period. A PhD fellow is not allowed to have any kind of sideline employment, while enrolled as PhD fellow at the faculty.Employment is governed by the Protocol on PhD Research Fellows signed by the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations.The successful candidate will be enrolled at SDU in accordance with .The application deadline is 1 June 2024 at 23.59 (CET/CEST)Formalities

All files must be in English.
Documents should not contain a CPR number (civil registration number) - in this case, the CPR number must be crossed out.
The application and CV must not exceed 10 MB.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position.about The Faculty of Engineering.About Us:SDU skaber værdi for og med samfundet og former fremtiden gennem høj kvalitet, talentfulde mennesker og fremragende miljøer. Syddank Universitet er et universitet i international klasse med dybe rødder i Syddanmark. Siden grundlæggelsen har SDU været drevet af en ambition om at fremme forskningsresultater, der udvikler samfundet.De 21. århundredes store udfordringer er kendetegnede ved at være komplekse og mangefacetterende; bæredygtige forandringer og løsninger kræver ny - og ofte tværvidenskabelig - forskningsbaseret viden, og Syddansk Universitet er en uomgængelig aktør i omstillingsprocessen.Værdi, kvalitet, talentfulde menneskser og fremragende miljøer er omdrejningspunktet for Syddansk Universitets strategiske indsatser.

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