PhD Candidate: Counter-UAS for Critical Infrastructure

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU); Trondheim; On-site; NOK 522,000 - 638,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor programme as a new employee at

Favourable terms with SPK pension

Open and inclusive working environment

Job summary

NTNU in Trondheim invites applications for a PhD Candidate position in Engineering Cybernetics. You will conduct research addressing counter-drone threats to critical infrastructure, publish findings, and collaborate with national and international partners within the project portfolio.

The role includes possible teaching duties, participation in conferences, and international research stays, with a focus on bridging software and hardware in real-world environments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in control engineering, cybernetics, aerospace engineering, electronic systems or mechatronics with 120 credits at master level.
• NTNU grading scale: average grade B or better or equivalent.
• Eligibility for admission to the faculty's Doctoral Program.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate in a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Complete the doctoral education until obtaining a doctorate.
• Carry out research of good quality within the described framework.
• Publish academic works and disseminate results.
• Collaborate with other PhD candidates and researchers in the project.
• Participate in international activities and research stays.
• Engage in NTNU UAV‑lab activities and teaching duties if needed.

Skills

control engineering

cybernetics

aerospace engineering

electronic systems

mechatronics

Education

Master's degree (5-year Norwegian program)

120 credits at master's level

Job description

NTNU in Trondheim invites applications for a PhD Candidate position in Engineering Cybernetics. You will conduct research addressing counter-drone threats to critical infrastructure, publish findings, and collaborate with national and international partners within the project portfolio.

The role includes possible teaching duties, participation in conferences, and international research stays, with a focus on bridging software and hardware in real-world environments.