PhD Candidate: AI Agents for Maritime Simulator Training

Arbeidsplassen; Ålesund; On-site; NOK 496,000 - 606,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Norwegian language training

Open and inclusive working environment

Job summary

NTNU in Ålesund is inviting applications for a PhD Candidate in Human-Centered Interactive AI Agents for Maritime Simulator Training. You will develop AI agents using LLMs to assist trainees and instructors, integrating simulator data and multimodal inputs to provide guidance and post-training analysis.

The role includes completing doctoral education, setting research plans, publishing, and collaborating with international partners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, automation, maritime-related engineering, or equivalent; 120 credits at master's level.
• Strong academic record with an average grade of B or better on NTNU's scale or documented equivalent.
• Motivation for the position and ability to work independently in a cross-disciplinary team.
• Experience with LLMs and related AI applications, preferably in maritime contexts.

Responsibilities

• Complete the doctoral education until obtaining a doctorate.
• Set up research plans with supervision and conduct them accordingly.
• Academic publications and dissemination of results.
• Lead research ideas and write papers.
• Collaborate closely with other PhD candidates and project partners to share knowledge and coordinate activities.
• Participate in international conferences and research stays at foreign institutions.

Skills

LLMs in AI applications

Data-driven AI

English communication

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in CS/Automation/Maritime Engineering

Job description

NTNU in Ålesund is inviting applications for a PhD Candidate in Human-Centered Interactive AI Agents for Maritime Simulator Training. You will develop AI agents using LLMs to assist trainees and instructors, integrating simulator data and multimodal inputs to provide guidance and post-training analysis.

The role includes completing doctoral education, setting research plans, publishing, and collaborating with international partners.