Connectionists: PhD position in Cognitive Robotics (navigation in crowded environments) at Aarhus University, Denmark

[Nicolás Navarro-Guerrero]

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Open position for a PhD student with
Panagiotis Karras and Nicolas Navarro-Guerrero
Department of Computer Science and Department of Engineering
Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark


Research topic:
We are looking for an outstanding candidate who will be working on
GPS-free indoor and outdoor localization and navigation for unnamed
ground vehicles in crowded environments using neural networks and
machine learning methods.

The position is funded by the AU Centre for Digitalisation, Big Data and
Data Analytics.

Time
The appointment will be for three years (candidates with an MSc degree)
or 5 years (candidates with a BSc degree). Early starting date on the
1st of February 2020.

Salary: AU rules will be applied. PhD student salaries in Denmark are
determined by collective union agreements and are among the highest in
the world, both before and after taxation.

Place of employment and place of work: Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark.

Requirements
Applicants must hold an M.Sc. in Computer Science, Engineering or
Mathematics or a closely related field from a recognised institution and
with excellent results is required. The ideal candidate has a strong
interest in interdisciplinary research, the ability to work in projects
involving researchers from different departments, and demonstrates a
mature approach to time management. In addition, very good communication
skills in English, oral as well as written, are expected.
 * Proficiency in at least one common programming language eg. Python or C++
 * Experience with Unix-like operating systems
 * Experience with Deep Learning libraries such as PyTorch and TensorFlow
 * Experience in Robot Operating System (ROS) is a plus

Before you apply please contact Panagiotis Karras and Nicolas
Navarro-Guerrero to assist in the application process.

Application attachments
As a minimum all applications must include (pdf-files only, max. 20 MB,
no zip):
 * One reference (template for references)
 * Curriculum vitae,
 * Motivation (max. 1 page)
 * Transcripts, grade point averages (weighted and unweighted), and
diploma(s) for both Bachelor's and Master's degree
 * Documentation of language skills if required.


Best regards,
Nicolás

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Nicolás Navarro-Guerrero
Assistant Professor
Department of Engineering, and
School of Culture and Society
Aarhus University, Denmark

E-mail: nng at eng.au.dk
https://nicolas-navarro-guerrero.github.io/
https://socialrobotics.au.dk/

Aarhus University
Finlandsgade 22, building 5125
8200 Aarhus N
Denmark

Tel.: +45 8715 0000
eng at au.dk
www.eng.au.dk/en/