PhD Position in Remote Robotic Avatars: The Simula Metropolitan Center for Digital Engineering (SimulaMet) is offering a PhD research fellowship focused on machine learning for multi-sensory remote robotic avatars as part of the DRIVE project, funded by the Research Council of Norway.
PhD Position in Machine Learning for Multi-Sensory Remote Robotic Avatars
Designation
PhD Research Fellowship
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Machine Learning, Multi-Sensory Robotics |
| Location | Oslo, Norway |
| Eligibility/Qualification | BS and MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics. Strong background in machine learning, programming skills in Python/MATLAB. |
| Duration | 3 years (possible extension to 4 years) |
| Starting Salary | From NOK 550,800 |
| Application Deadline | April 1, 2026 |
Research Area
The research will focus on designing novel continual online machine learning algorithms to enhance embodied physical interactions through robotic avatars, advancing fields such as neuroscience, robotic control, and physiological sensing.
Eligibility/Qualification
- BS and MS degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics.
- Strong foundation in machine learning, data science, signal processing, and optimization.
- Programming proficiency in Python and/or MATLAB.
- GPA of at least B in BS and A in MS.
- Previous experience in neuroscience, robotic control, or machine learning is a plus.
- Excellent spoken and written English.
Description
This PhD position will involve developing models that predict human actions and sensory feedback, ensuring cognitive consonance in remote collaboration tasks. Candidates will work in an interdisciplinary environment with collaborations from leading institutions such as the University of Oslo and the University of Texas at Austin.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must submit:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Transcripts from both Bachelor and Master’s degrees
- Cover letter detailing motivation, experience, and research interests
- Contact information for two references
Applications must be submitted via the recruitment system on the SimulaMet website; email applications will not be accepted.
Last Date for Application
April 1, 2026
For living in Norway, candidates will benefit from a high standard of living, social security, and universal public healthcare, along with excellent research opportunities in a supportive environment.
