One or more Postdoc positions in Optimization, AI and Autonomous Systems

Det Ingeniør- og Naturvidenskabelige Fakultet, Institut for Materialer og Produktion; Aalborg; On-site; DKK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Aalborg University invites applications for one or more Postdoc positions in Optimization, AI and Autonomous Systems. The role centers on algorithm design, data analysis and implementation within autonomous cyber-physical systems, in collaboration with partners across Europe.

Candidates should hold PhD in related fields and demonstrate strong programming and research track record. The positions are three-year appointments within the OR group, with opportunities to contribute to education and

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field with strong publication record.
• Strong programming skills and experience in algorithm design.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and industry partners.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interdisciplinary research in optimization and AI.
• Develop and implement algorithms for autonomous systems.
• Contribute to teaching, supervision, and project dissemination.

Skills

Optimization algorithms

Machine learning

Interdisciplinary research

Data analysis

Programming

Education

Master’s and PhD in OR/CS/Software Eng/Applied Math/Statistics/Robotics

Tools

Java

C

C++

R

Python

Job description

One or more Postdoc positions in Optimization, AI and Autonomous Systems

At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, Department of Materials and Production one or more Postdoc positions in the area of Optimization and Algorithm Design are open for appointment from March 1st 2027 or soon thereafter. The position is for a period of three years

The positions are within the Operations Research (OR) group at Aalborg University and the research will be conducted in highly synergetic cooperation with leading Danish and European companies and international academic partners. The OR group focuses on solving complex problems, which require high-level modelling, data analysis and management capabilities as well as developing solution algorithms applying mathematical and computational approaches. The group has a particular focus on automated decision making in autonomous cyber-physical systems. The application area of the work covers a wide range of such systems spanning AGVs, UAVs, USVs, satellites, and more. These topics are also the ones addressed by this position. The applicant’s profile should therefore, ideally, address one or several of topics within AI: optimization algorithm (learning‑based, heuristics, meta‑heuristics, exact methods), MCDM (preference integration and mathematical modelling), algorithm design, development, and implementation.

We are looking for candidates with a strong interest in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of Computer Science, Operations Research, and Mathematics. Backgrounds in algorithm design and implementation, or machine learning or computational optimization and statistics along with strong programming skills, in e.g., Java, C, C++, R and Python, will be an advantage. The candidate is expected to contribute to ongoing research projects as well as participate in activities supporting future research projects and initiatives.

As a successful applicant, you will participate in research projects with world‑leading partners in areas such as: manufacturing, transportation, health care and aerospace. You will contribute to academic and collaborative research activities in the group and with external partners. You will also contribute to education activities in bachelor and master programs supported by the group.

The candidate should be able to highlight research activities in the form of ISI’s Web of Science publications and the preferred candidate will also be able to demonstrate the application of research in practice. Appropriate candidates should have a master’s and PhD degree in Operations Research, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Robotics or a related field.

Qualification requirements

Appointmentaspostdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level.

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position.

Aalborg University has a policy of parallel language use. International staff are encouraged, with support from the university, to learn Danish during their employment in order to support their integration into the workplace and Danish society.

Danish language courses will be offered as part of the employment.

Do you have any questions?

If you have any questions about the position, you are more than welcome to contact us. You will find contact persons at the bottom of the jobpost.

Further information

The appointment process at Aalborg University involves a shortlisting process.

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.

Salary and terms of employment

The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Furthermore, your terms of employment and salary are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities.

There is a mutual probationary period of 3 months for the position.

Aalborg University - Knowledge for the world

Aalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real‑world‑oriented education and create world‑class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen.

Type of employment

Type of employment Temporary position more than 6 months

Contract type

Contract type Full time

Number of positions

Number of positions 1

Full-time equivalent 37

City

City Aalborg

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Reference number

Reference number 2026/1234

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