University of Cyprus -- Department of Computer Science

Postdoctoral Research Associates in Multi Robotic Systems

Application Deadline: October 18, 2024 No. of Positions: Four (4)

The University of Cyprus announces four (4) Postdoctoral Research Associate positions, focusing on Multi-robotic Systems (MRS), for full-time employment. The successful candidates are expected to conduct top-quality research on collaborative drone operations (including cooperative aerial robotic flight planning, task execution and reasoning, as well as cooperative distributed control) with applications in urban air mobility and disaster management.

Job Details 
The successful candidates are expected to:
•Conduct research in the area of Multi-Robot Systems (MRS), within the context of research and/or innovation projects.
•Use machine learning techniques including reinforcement learning, physics-informed neural networks (PINNs), and transformer models for MRS tasks and scenarios that are adaptable and reusable to exploit acquired knowledge and tools.
•Develop next-generation autonomous systems for effective, safe, and secure operation during MRS missions, enhancing overall operational performance.
•Execute simulation-based scenarios using ROS-Gazebo for dataset generation, training, testing, and evaluation of novel algorithms.
•Implement and field-test state-of-the-art drone fleets using both open-source (Ardupilot/PX4) and proprietary (DJI) flight controller platforms.
•Provide technical expertise for the development and implementation of multi-robotic systems.
•Collaborate with external partners, including industry and first responder organizations, to evaluate newly developed technologies in these areas.
•Engage in the preparation of research and/or innovation proposals.
•Prepare reports and EU-funded project deliverables.

Application 
Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the following link: https://applications.ucy.ac.cy/recruitment%E2%80%A8%E2%80%A2Cover letter explaining the interest of the applicant in pursuing a career at the KIOS CoE, along with employment availability date
•Short summary of prior work experiences, activities and accomplishments (can be combined with the cover letter) (2 pages maximum)
•A detailed curriculum vitae in English •Copies of transcripts of BSc/MSc/PhD or other degree(s)
•Copy of an English language certificate
•Identify at least two referees that can provide reference letters