PhD in Automation of Subsea Robotics

PhD in Automation of Subsea Robotics

At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, AAU Energy, one or more positions as PhD stipend is available within the general study program Energy Technology. The PhD stipend is open for appointment for 3 years from 1 January 2025 or soon thereafter.

Jobbeskrivelse
Aalborg University contributes to the knowledge building of the global society as well as the development of prosperity, welfare and culture of Danish society. This is accomplished through research, research-based
education, public sector services and knowledge collaboration. AAU educates students for the future and activities are based on a dynamic and transformative collaboration with the surrounding community.

AAU Energy is a dynamic engineering research department in continuous growth and inspiring surroundings.
AAU Energy has a very international environment and covers all areas of clean and sustainable energy systems of the future within electrical, thermal and mechatronic energy technology. AAU Energy has campuses in both Aalborg and Esbjerg, this position is located in Esbjerg.

The mission is to be world leading in both research and research-based education of the energy engineers of the future. AAU Energy has approx. 300 employees of many nationalities, of which 25 are administrative staff. In addition, AAU Energy constantly has approx. 50-70 guest researchers from around the world.

Research and teaching are in the absolute world elite in the field of energy, and we have extensive and leading workshop and laboratory facilities, where research and innovation are carried out in direct collaboration with industry to a great extent.

The positions are offered in relation to the research program"Offshore Drones and Robotics" and the PhD Students will be positioned to the section for Energy Campus Esbjerg.

We are seeking one or more PhD Researchers to join our dynamic team and contribute to research in subsea robotics whose key responsibilities will be to:

• Develop novel navigation algorithms and methodologies to address challenges specific to subsea environments, such as communication constraints, harsh operating conditions, and limited visibility.
• Collaborate with industry partners and academic institutions to leverage expertise and resources for the advancement of subsea robotic systems.
• Design and implement experimental setups to validate research findings through real-world testing and data analysis.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at international conferences and workshops.

”The applicant must provide and upload a proper project description, which describes the applicants initial
thoughts and ideas related to the specific project applied for. This includes a brief state-of-the-art(including short list of references), a time schedule and how the applicant intends to shed light on the project objectives. The project description should have a length of 4-5 pages.”

Preferred qualifications

• Proven experience working within technical disciplines such as signal processing, sensor fusion, instrumentation, control-oriented modeling, and advanced control.
• Familiarity with subsea robotics principles and challenges, including underwater navigation.
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in robotics, such as Python, C/C++, or MATLAB.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with underwater robotics platforms, such as remotely operated vehicles(ROVs) or autonomous underwater vehicles(AUVs).
• Knowledge of underwater sensors and imaging systems commonly used in subsea robotics applications.
• Design and implement experimental setups to validate research findings through real-world testing
  and data analysis.
• Applicants must possess the ability to obtain and maintain security clearance level of TIL
  TJENESTEBRUG(NATO RESTRICTED, RESTREINT UE/EU RESTRICTED) or higher during the entire employment.

You may obtain further professional information from Simon Pedersen,[email protected] or Jesper Liniger, [email protected] concerning the scientific aspects of the stipend.
PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master's degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of Engineering and Science in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1039 of August 27, 2013 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order, the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time.

Shortlisting will be applied. This means that subsequent to the deadline for applications the head of department supported by the chair of the assessment committee will select candidates for assessment. All applicants will be informed whether they will be assessed or not.

For further information about stipends and salary as well as practical issues concerning the application procedure contact Ms. Lisbeth Diinhoff, The Doctoral School at The Faculty of Engineering and Science, email:[email protected], phone:+45 9940 9589.

For more information of The Doctoral School of Engineering and Science:www.phd.engineering.aau.dk

Read more about AAU atwww.aau.dk.
Read more about the AAU Energy atwww.energy.aau.dk.

The application is only to be submitted online by using the"Apply online" button below.

AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.

Løn og ansættelsesvilkår
Appointment and salary as a PhD fellow are according to the Ministry of Finance Circular of 15 December 2021 on the Collective Agreement for Academics in Denmark, Appendix 5, regarding PhD fellows, and with the current Circular of 11 December 2019 on the employment structure at Danish universities.

Ansøgningsfrist
2024-07-10

Ref. nummer
14-24041

Afdeling
AAU Energy