PhD in Learning-Based Autonomous Robotic Manipulation

Stipendiat; Grimstad; On-site; NOK 496,000 - 606,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Inclusive and diverse environment

Modern facilities and welfare schemes

Public Service Pension Fund

Job summary

The University of Agder invites applications for a fixed-term 3-year PhD Research Fellow in Mechatronics at Campus Grimstad. The position is part of the Robotics and Automation group within the Department of Engineering Sciences.

The successful candidate will work on learning-based control, perception, and autonomous manipulation for offshore exploration, with opportunities for research visits to partner universities. Applicants must meet UiA’s PhD entry requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mechatronics, control systems, robotics, or related field.
• Expertise in advanced control theory or robotics; ML training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research on learning-based control and perception for robotic manipulation.
• Test and validate methods on real robotic platforms.
• Publish high-quality scientific articles and present at events.

Education

MSc in Mechatronics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

ROS

Job description

The University of Agder invites applications for a fixed-term 3-year PhD Research Fellow in Mechatronics at Campus Grimstad. The position is part of the Robotics and Automation group within the Department of Engineering Sciences.

The successful candidate will work on learning-based control, perception, and autonomous manipulation for offshore exploration, with opportunities for research visits to partner universities. Applicants must meet UiA’s PhD entry requirements.