PhD scholarship in Mechatronics and Robotics - DTU Electro

If you’re building a career in robotics and mechatronics and want to push the boundaries of innovation, this opportunity is tailored for you. Here, you’ll dive into advanced mechatronic design, robot simulation, motor control, and ROS/ROS2 integration, all while honing skills in low-level programming and control theory. By joining our team, you’ll have the chance to work at the forefront of robotics research, collaborating with experts and gaining hands-on experience that will shape you as a leader in the field.

Responsibilities and qualifications
Your primary goal will be to drive innovation in robotics and mechatronics, contributing to advanced design and control systems that push the limits of automation and intelligent motion. You’ll work closely with a team of experts, both within the department and through collaborations with leading academic and industry partners.

Your primary tasks will be to:

• Design and develop robotic and mechatronic systems
• Simulate robot systems for testing and optimization
• Implement low-level motor control and programming
• Integrate and maintain ROS/ROS2 for robotic applications
• Develop control algorithms and tune them for precision
• Conduct experiments and evaluate system performance
• Support and collaborate on interdisciplinary projects

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in mechatronic design and robotics simulation
• Strong programming skills for embedded systems and motor control
• Proficiency with ROS/ROS2 in robotic applications
• Solid foundation in control theory and algorithm development
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams

You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.

Approval and Enrolment  
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education . 

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. 

The period of employment is 3 years. The starting date is 1 February 2025 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is a full-time position.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here .

Further information  
Further information may be obtained from Matteo Fumagalli, [email protected] . 

You can read more about DTU Electro at https://electro.dtu.dk/ . 

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark . Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar ” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.

Application procedure 
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 6 December 2024 (23:59 Danish time) . Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file . The file must include:

• A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
• Curriculum vitae 
• Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale

You may apply prior to ob­tai­ning your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it. 

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

The Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering at DTU is a leading research hub for developing technologies that advance sustainable solutions in energy, automation, and digitalization. Within this, the Automation and Control group focuses on pioneering research in robotics, autonomous systems, and advanced control methods. The group excels in areas like dynamic systems control, adaptive robotics, and intelligent automation, working to address complex challenges across industries by developing cutting-edge algorithms and mechatronic systems. Collaborating closely with academic and industrial partners, the group contributes to innovative solutions with real-world impact, fostering a vibrant environment for growth and discovery.                   

Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.