PhD Candidate: Maritime AI for Simulator Training

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU); Ålesund; On-site; NOK 496,000 - 606,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SPK pension

Free Norwegian language training (A2)

Job summary

NTNU in Ålesund invites applications for a PhD Candidate position in Engineering focused on human-centered interactive AI for maritime simulator training. The project will explore how LL-driven agents perceive dynamic environments, collaborate with trainees and instructors, and provide explainable guidance and analysis.

You will pursue a doctorate while gaining experience for an academic career, with leadership from the Head of Department and opportunities for international collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field with 120 credits at master's level.
• Strong academic record with a grade corresponding to B or better on NTNU's scale; if no letter grades, show equivalent.Eligibility for admission to the faculty's Doctoral Programme in Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Complete the doctoral education until obtaining a doctorate
• Set up research plans with the supervision team and conduct them accordingly
• Academic publications and popular science dissemination
• Take lead in research idea generation and paper writing
• Collaborate with other PhD candidates and project partners to share findings
• Participate in international activities such as conferences or research stays

Skills

LLM experience

AI & data-driven approaches

Education

Master's degree in computer science, automation, maritime‑related engineering

Job description

NTNU in Ålesund invites applications for a PhD Candidate position in Engineering focused on human-centered interactive AI for maritime simulator training. The project will explore how LL-driven agents perceive dynamic environments, collaborate with trainees and instructors, and provide explainable guidance and analysis.

You will pursue a doctorate while gaining experience for an academic career, with leadership from the Head of Department and opportunities for international collaboration.