Postdoc Position in Drone System Design with Experience in Autonomous Navigation and Control

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Postdoc Position in Drone System Design with Experience in Autonomous Navigation and Control

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Syddansk Universitet

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Job Description:The section at the at the Faculty of Engineering of the is opening a new position at the level of Post-Doctoral Researcher.The application deadline is November 10, 2024, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST)The section focuses on conducting research in digital and high-frequency electronics, embedded systems, control, and communication, utilizing cutting-edge reconfigurable computing and sensors. The aim is to develop next-generation electronics and computing solutions that solve technology-related challenges in fields such as autonomous robots, drones, IoT, smart grid, and healthcare.The section is a vital component of our educational programs in electrical engineering in Odense, offering Bachelor’s and Master of Science degrees in Electronics Engineering. Currently, the section focuses on two research fields: 1) Drones for Infrastructure Inspections and Interactions ( ) and 2) Chip design and Neuromorphic computing. Over the next few years, the section is expected to expand to include at least 20 academics, including PhD students and engineers, to support research, industrial collaboration, and educational activities.The SDU campus in Odense comprises five faculties and soon also a large university hospital creating a great concentration of academics and students facilitating interdisciplinary research and rich student life. The city of Odense is culturally rich, surrounded by a vibrant and growing robotics community, and highly livable with a green banked meandering river cutting through the center and attractive residential areas.Job DescriptionThe position seeks an expert researcher to develop next-generation drone systems capable of infrastructure monitoring and self-recharging. Responsibilities include designing and testing control loops and AI decision-making algorithms for real-time onboard execution. The drone design must be validated across various conditions and environments. Additionally, the role involves creating a graphical user interface for the entire system.DutiesAs a post-doctoral researcher, your role will encompass research and teaching. Your teaching responsibilities will involve program coordination, course planning, and supervision of BSc and master students in related fields. Additionally, you will be expected to support the team in securing external funding.Qualifications Required

• The applicant must hold a Ph.D. degree or be nearing completion of a Ph.D. in mechatronics, robotics, drones, or related fields.
• The applicant must possess relevant research expertise aligned with the position’s content and responsibilities.
• Knowledge in sensor fusion, onboard computing, and hardware acceleration is required.

For further information about the position, please contact the Head of Digital and High-frequency Electronics Section, Professor Emad Samuel Malki Ebeid, e-mail: .for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark. You may also visit for additional information.If you experience technical problems, please contact .Conditions of employmentAppointment as postdoctoral researcher is temporary and for an initial 2-year period. Extension may be possible depending on available funding.The preferred starting date is January 1, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter.Employment as a postdoc requires scientific qualifications at PhD level at the time of employment.

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations.Assessment and selection processRead about the .Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied. Only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment.Interviews and tests may be part of the process.Application procedureApplicants are advised to read the and specific at the Faculty of Engineering.Assessment of candidates is based on the application material. Please include the following documents in English:

• A motivation letter that clearly explains the applicant’s interest, qualifications, and motivation for the position (max. 2 pages).
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae, including personal contact information, describing the research, along with any other relevant information.
• Certificates/Diplomas (master’s and PhD degree) – incl. transcripts of grades in Danish and/or English.
• List of publications with the most relevant publications highlighted.
• Publications most relevant for the position. Please attach as one PDF-file for each publication (only full text publications (i.e. no links) can form the basis for assessment of the application).
• Up to three names and emails of researchers, who can provide an informed reference letter at short notice. (Reference letters and other relevant qualifications may also be included.)

UPLOAD GUIDE: Motivation letter shall be uploaded as ‘Cover letter’, Curriculum Vitae shall be uploaded as ‘Resume’. All other documents shall be uploaded as ‘Miscellaneous documents’.Documents must not contain a CPR number (civil registration number) – in this case, the CPR number must be crossed out.The application and CV must not exceed 10 MB.The application deadline is November 10, 2024, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST)According to the University of Southern Denmark’s internal guidelines, there must be at least three qualified applicants to an academic position before it can be filled.The University of Southern Denmark wishes to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position.About Us:The University of Southern Denmark was established to create value for and with society. Whether our contributions come in the form of excellent research, innovative solutions, education or learning, we must make a positive difference to society and contribute to a sustainable future. We do this by cultivating talents and creating the best environments for research and learning. It is therefore crucial that SDU retains, develops and recruits talent. At the same time, we need to ensure consistently high quality in all our activities – and we can only do that with the right people. The University’s researchers, lecturers, students, managers and technical/administrative staff are the foundation of our success.

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Location

Odense, Syddanmark

Job date

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 22:35:47 GMT

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