PhD/Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d)

PhD / Postdoctoral Researcher (m / f / d)

14.06., Wissenschaftliches Personal

You want to develop robotic systems that not just work in the lab but are also released to the wild? You are excited to explore new fields and work in a stimulating research environment?

We are looking for an outstanding and highly motivated postdoctoral(i.e., recently or soon-to-be PhD graduate) researcher to join our EnvironmentalRobotics team at MIRMI under the supervision of Prof.

Sami Haddadin. Your workwill extend our existing work on mobile robotic systems for environmentalmonitoring and protection.

You are expected to develop your own scientific ideas / concepts withinthe framework of the research group objectives. We will provide all guidanceand support for writing papers and will submit to our focus conferences IEEEICRA & IROS, and corresponding journals.

Key Responsibilities

• Design of algorithms that connect aerial,ground, aquatic robots such that each domain can effectively contribute itsstrengths to the team to enable efficient monitoring missions.
• Development of a multi-domain framework for autonomousand semi-autonomous navigation.
• Development of a Remote Satellite Lab and itsdigital twin simulation.
• Conceiving experimental setups for real-timefield tests of autonomous robots.
• Outdoor missions at Bavarian lakes andinternational offshore locations.
• Active support in teaching activities at theMaster's and / or Bachelor’s level courses.
• Supervision of Master and Bachelor students.

Your Skills :

• M.Sc. or PhD. with background in robotics, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering or a related field.
• Knowledge in the area of mobile manipulation and control of autonomous vehicles.
• Hands-on experience with developing autonomous and mobile robotic systems, working with both their hardware and software.
• Strong programming skills in C++ or python, and proficiency in ROS.
• Very good command of the English language & good command in German.
• Strong analytical skill, pro-active interpersonal, and communication skills.
• High motivation and willingness to work in an international and interdisciplinary team.

What we offer

• A stimulating environment with Can-Do mentality for cutting-edge research in various fields including robotics, machine learning and systems intelligence.
• An exceptional opportunity to experience research in a highly inspiring international environment.
• State-of-the-art aquatic, flying, and ground robotics equipment including a 10m x 10m x 4m flying arena with a motion capture system and our mobile robot hub SVAN.
• Worldwide networking opportunities with leading robotics experts and innovative companies.
• Remuneration is in line with the current German public service salary scale (TV-L E13).

About us

Locatedin the prosperous capital of Bavaria and home to over students, theTechnical University of Munich (TUM) is one of the world’s top universities(top 4 European technical universities in THE World University Ranking, top 50in Shanghai Ranking, top 10 in Global University Employability Ranking, etc.

and home to one of the most vibrant environments in robotics. It is committedto excellence in research and teaching, interdisciplinary education, and theactive promotion of promising young scientists.

TUM benefits from the healthymix of companies and startups of all sizes headquartered in the region and istightly connected to regional research hospitals.

The university also forgesstrong links with companies and scientific institutions across the world. TheMunich Institute of Robotics and Machine Intelligence (MIRMI) is a globallyvisible interdisciplinary research center for machine intelligence, which isthe integration of robotics, artificial intelligence, and perception.

Its threecentral innovation sectors are the future of health, the future of work, thefuture of the environment, and the future of mobility.

More than 60 professorsfrom various TUM faculties cooperate within the framework of MIRMI.

How to apply?

The following documents are needed for applications :

a motivation letter (1-3 pages) describing (i) yourself, (ii) your research interests, (iii) your qualifications and experience (e.

g. thesis / research projects), (iv) your future career goals, and (v) why you would be a suitable candidate,

• a detailed CV,
• academic transcripts from your Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees,
• doctoral degree certificate (for postdoc applicants),
• email addresses of at least two references and a comment on your connection.

Interested applicants should upload the documents with subject 47MIRMIPhD viathe link : here (Onlyapplications submitted with this link will be considered).

The position will befilled as soon as possible and only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Preference will be given to applications received before July 10th, .

Forquestions on the position please reach out to .

TUMhas been pursuing the strategic goal of substantially increasing the diversityof its staff. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, TUMexplicitly encourages nominations of and applications from women and from allothers who would bring additional diversity dimensions to the university’sresearch and teaching strategies.

Preference will be given to disabledcandidates with equal qualifications. International candidates are highlyencouraged to apply.

Technische Universität München

Munich Institute ofRobotics and Machine Intelligence (MIRMI)

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