PhD position Biomimetic Robotics: The Biomimetics Group at the University of Groningen invites applications for a fully funded PhD position with a focus on bird-inspired aerial robot design and biomechanics of flight. As part of a dynamic research community, the successful candidate will contribute to a project studying how birds dynamically shape-shift their bodies to fly in turbulence, translating biomechanical insights into an advanced biomimetic aerial robot.
PhD position Biomimetic Robotics and Biomechanics: Bird-Inspired Aerial Robot Design (1.0 FTE) (V23.0822)
Designation: PhD Student
Research Area:
- Bird-Inspired Aerial Robot Design
- Biomechanics of Flight
Location: University of Groningen
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MSc degree in Robotics, Aerospace, Mechanical, or equivalent Engineering discipline (Computer Science or Bioengineering).
- RC airplane or drone experience.
- Excellent writing skills in English with a demonstrated passion for scholarship (reading and writing).
- Strong team player with efficient independent work capabilities.
- General robotics and mechatronics design, maker, and testing skills.
- Passion for scientific questions, engineering innovation, and curiosity about biomechanics.
- RC airplane/drone making & flight-testing experience is a plus.
- Highest ethical research standards, including animal welfare.
Job Description:
The PhD student will be responsible for:
- Translating bird biomechanical insights into an advanced biomimetic aerial robot.
- Studying bird-inspired aerial robot design and control.
- Developing a new flapping and morphing robot capable of flying in turbulence.
- Multidisciplinary experimental research, designing robots, and modeling to corroborate data.
- Soft skills development, including team-based research, high-impact writing, presentation, networking, and career development.
Conditions of Employment:
- Salary: €2,770 gross per month in the first year, up to €3,539 gross per month in the fourth year for a full-time working week.
- Full-time position (1.0 FTE).
- Holiday allowance of 8% gross annual income.
- 8.3% end-of-the-year allowance.
- Position for four years, with the option of renewal for another three years.
- Immediate availability, with the position to be started within a few months after winning the search.
How to Apply:
Submit the following documents through the application form on the university website:
- Cover letter explaining motivation for applying.
- Detailed curriculum vitae.
- Contact details of three reference letter writers.
- Up to three academic publications with a small PDF file size.
Application Deadline: 11 February 2024, 11:59 pm (Dutch local time, CET).
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