The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) is offering International PhD Position in Safe Energy-Aware Robotic Teleoperation for the academic session 2024/2025.
Applicants from all countries are eligible to apply. Candidates must hold a master’s degree in robotics, electrical engineering, or a related field. They should have expertise in robotics, including kinematics, dynamics, and control, along with experience in machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch. Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, and ROS is required, and familiarity with energy-based modeling is advantageous.The University of Southern Denmark (SDU), established in 1998 through the merger of several institutions, is located primarily in Odense and has additional campuses in Slagelse, Kolding, Esbjerg, and Sønderborg. With approximately 32,000 students, of whom over 15% are international, SDU is recognized for its strong emphasis on research and collaboration with regional industries.
Syddansk Universitet Information
Founded in 1966, Syddansk Universitet (University of Southern Denmark) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Odense (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Region of Southern Denmark. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Esbjerg, Kolding, Slagelse, Sønderborg. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet (Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark), Syddansk Universitet (SDU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Syddansk Universitet (SDU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 53 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
The position offers a 3-year salaried PhD fellowship, with a competitive monthly salary, including pension. Depending on postgraduate experience, candidates may receive a higher salary step. The selected candidates will also benefit from a vibrant research environment and close collaboration with industry partners like Universal Robots, LEGO, and Novo Nordisk.
Application Process
Applicants are advised to include the following documents in English:
- Motivated application
- Curriculum Vitae
- PhD research proposal
- List of publications
- Transcripts of degrees (bachelor’s and master’s)
- Completed PhD application forms
- Reference letters (optional)