PhD Research Fellow in Control Theory and Optimization for Edge Computing

University of Oslo; Lillestrøm; Sur place; NOK 551 000 - 595 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Welfare schemes

Exercise hours per week

Career development programs

Pension scheme

Family-friendly environment

Résumé du poste

University of Oslo invites applications for a PhD Research Fellow position in Control Theory and Optimization for Edge Computing at the Department of Technology Systems. The fellowship lasts three years, with a possible fourth year for teaching or research support. Work location is Campus Kjeller.

Starting date is earliest 01.01.2027 and latest 01.07.2027. Candidates should have a Master’s degree or equivalent and strong English skills; additional AI/ML or marine tech experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in applied mathematics, engineering, computer science, control theory, or related field.

Connaissances

Control theory & optimization

Machine learning (neural networks, RL)

English communication

Marine technology / AI advantageous

Formation

Master's degree or equivalent in applied mathematics, engineering, computer science, control theory

Degree equivalent to four years in Norwegian system

Description du poste

About the position

We invite applications for a PhD Research Fellow position in Control Theory and Optimization for Edge Computing available at Department of Technology Systems.

Starting date earliest at 01.01.2027 and no later than 01.07.2027.

The fellowship period is three years.

A fourth year may be considered and it will involve 25 % of other career-promoting work. Other career-promoting work may consist of teaching, supervision, and/or research assistance. This is dependent upon the qualification of the applicant and the current needs of the department.

No one can be appointed for more than one PhD Research Fellowship period at the University of Oslo.

Place of work is Department of Technology Systems at Campus Kjeller.

What skills are important in this role?

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition to be among Europe’s leading communities for research, education and innovation. Candidates for these fellowships will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.

Required qualifications:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in applied mathematics, engineering, computer science, control theory. Foreign completed degree (M.Sc.-level) corresponding to a minimum of four years in the Norwegian educational system
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English

Candidates who have not yet completed their master’s degree must have completed all requirements for the degree by 31.12.2026.

Desired qualifications:

• Relevant experience in marine technology and AI will be advantageous, or a domain that has transferable knowledge, such as aerospace engineering
• Knowledge about control theory and optimization
• Knowledge about machine learning methods such as neural networks, reinforcement learning, etc.

Language requirement

• Good oral and written communication skills in English
• English requirements for applicants from outside of EU/ EEA countries and exemptions from the requirements: https://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/regulations/regulations.html#toc8

Grade requirements: The norm is as follows:

• The average grade point for courses included in the Bachelor’s degree must be C or better in the Norwegian educational system
• The average grade point for courses included in the Master’s degree must be B or better in the Norwegian educational system
• The Master’s thesis must have the grade B or better in the Norwegian educational system

For more information see:

The purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the successful completion of a PhD degree.

We can offer you

• A pleasant and stimulating work environment
• Good welfare schemes
• Opportunity of up to 1.5 hours a week of exercise during working hours
• A workplace with good development and career opportunities
• Career development programmes
• Membership in the Statens Pensjonskasse, which is one of Norway's best pension schemes with beneficial mortgages and good insurance schemes
• Oslo’s family-friendly surroundings with their rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities
• Salary in position as PhD Research Fellow, position code 1017 in salary range NOK from 550 800 - 595 000, depending on competence and experience. From the salary, 2 percent is deducted in statutory contributions to the State Pension Fund

We need different perspectives in our work

UiO is an open and internationally oriented comprehensive university that strives to be an inclusive and diverse workplace and academic environment. You can read more about UiO’s work on equality, inclusion, and diversity at uio.no.

We fulfill our mission most effectively when we draw upon our variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. We are looking for great colleagues, could you be the next one?

We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Relevant adjustments may include modifications to working hours, task adaptations, digital, technical, or physical adjustments, or other practical measures.

If you have an immigrant background, a disability, or CV gaps (Norwegian), we encourage you to indicate this in the job application portal. We always invite at least one qualified candidate from each group for an interview. In this context, disability is defined as an applicant who identifies as having a disability that requires workplace or employment-related accommodations. For more details about the requirements, please refer to the Employer portal (Norwegian).

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