PhD: The Research Division SISTA, University of Leuven, Belgium
Contributed by: Bart De Moor, [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
The research division SISTA (Signals, Identification, System Theory and Automation) ([Only registered and activated users can see links. ]) is one of the largest research groups of the Department of Electrical Engineering and of the University of Leuven, Belgium ([Only registered and activated users can see links. ] <http://www.kuleuven.be/>).
Our research activities drive on numerical linear algebra, system identification and control, algorithms for numerical optimization and machine learning (support vector machines) and signal processing.
We also have numerous applications in industrial process control, biomedical signal processing, bio-informatics, health decision support systems and telecommunications. We are looking for well motivated researchers to start a 4 year PhD or for experienced postdocs to pursue research activities in these fields and application areas.
On our website ([Only registered and activated users can see links. ]), one can find a description of more than 20 different specific research topics, in which we have openings for PhDs and postdocs. We can offer a competitive salary, a stimulating research environment, settled in the nice historic city of Leuven and its surroundings ([Only registered and activated users can see links. ]), within a university the origins of which go back to 1425.
Electronic applications, including a CV, a list of publications, names of two possible references, and a brief description of your research interests and motivation, should be submitted to [Only registered and activated users can see links. ].
PhD: Laboratoire Jean Kuntzmann, Grenoble, France
Contributed by: Antoine Girard, [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
PhD Thesis - 2009
Analysis and Control of Polynomial Dynamical Systems using Symbolic Abstraction Methods
Duration : 3 years
Location : Laboratoire Jean Kuntzmann, Grenoble, France
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Supervisors : Antoine Girard (Antoine.Girard@imag.fr)
Guillaume James (Guillaume.James@imag.fr)
SCIENTIFIC CONTEXT:
This doctoral position is opened within the VEDECY project (Verification and Design of Cyber-Physical Systems) funded by the ANR. This projects brings together hybrid systems and formal methods experts from the Laboratory Jean Kuntzmann, INRIA and Verimag.
Cyber-physical systems are integrations of computation with physical processes: embedded computers control physical processes which in return affect computations through feedback loops. They are ubiquitous in current technology and their impact on lives of citizens is meant to grow in the future (autonomous vehicles, robotic surgery, ``intelligent'' energy efficient buildings...). Models of cyber-physical systems are heterogeneous by nature: discrete dynamic systems for computations and continuous differential equations for physical processes. The theory of hybrid systems (discrete/continuous) provides a sound modelling framework for cyber-physical systems.
SCOPE OF THE THESIS
This thesis will consists in defining a methodology for analysis or control of polynomial dynamical systems. The candidate will propose solutions for the three main steps of the approach presented below:
1. Characterization of a class of invariants for polynomial dynamical
systems.
2. Construction, based on these invariants, of a discrete dynamical systems approximating the dynamics of the nonlinear system (abstraction process).
3. Analysis of the symbolic dynamics of the discrete system and refinement
of the results for analysis or control of the polynomial dynamical system.
We will start the work by considering polynomial dynamical systems before
trying to extend our approach, by approximation, to more general nonlinear systems. A software tool implementing the proposed methodology will also be developped during the thesis. Case studies in robotics or biology will be considered.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
The successful candidate should have a Master degree or equivalent in applied mathematics or in a related area. Knowledge of dynamical systems and a significant programming experience are required.
Please send your application file (including CV, letter of motivation, references) by email to [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
PhD: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Contributed by: Mahmut Reyhanoglu, [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
PhD positions are available in the area of DYNAMICS AND CONTROL OF AEROSPACE SYSTEMS under the supervision of Prof. Mahmut Reyhanoglu and Prof. Sergey Drakunov at the Department of Physical Sciences, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University located in Daytona Beach, Florida. These positions cover full tuition and fees plus a $20,000 per year stipend. Requirements include a strong background in control theory, dynamic systems and mathematics; a Master’s degree in engineering, physics, or applied mathematics; and excellent skills in using Matlab and Simulink. It is also desirable that the candidates have hands-on experience on feedback control. It is expected that the candidates have excellent GRE and TOEFL (if necessary) scores as well as strong oral and written communication skills.
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Contacts:
Prof. Mahmut Reyhanoglu and Prof. Sergey Drakunov, Physical Sciences Department, Embry-Riddle
Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, Florida.
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PhD: University of Hong Kong
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The Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, the University of Hong Kong under The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme
Background
Established in 2009 by the Hong Kong Research Grants Council (RGC) , the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme aims at attracting the best and brightest students in the world to pursue their research degree programs in Hong Kong’s institutions.
( RGC is a non-statutory advisory body established under the aegis of the University Grants Committee (UGC) responsible for advising the Government on the needs of Hong Kong's higher education institutions in the field of academic research and for the distribution of funding for academic research projects. Please visit the homepage of the Council at [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] for details)
Eligibility
Those who are seeking admission as new full-time PhD students in UGC-funded institutions of Hong Kong, irrespective of their country of origin and ethnic background, should be eligible to apply. Applicants should demonstrate outstanding qualities of academic performance, research ability / potential, communication and interpersonal skills, and leadership abilities.
The Fellowship
The Fellowship provides a monthly stipend of HK$20,000* and conference travel allowance of HK$10,000* per year for the awardees for a maximum period of three years. 135 PhD Fellowships will be awarded in 2010/11.
*US$1 = HK$7.8 (rate for reference only)
Review Panels
Applications, subject to their areas of studies, will be reviewed by two Selection Panels with experts in the broad areas, one for science, engineering and technology and another one for humanities, social science and business studies.
Selection Criteria
While the academic excellence is of prime consideration, the Review Panels will take into account, but not limit to, the four yardsticks below for the selection of candidates:
(i) Academic excellence;
(ii) Research ability and potential;
(iii) Communication, and interpersonal skills; and
(iv) Leadership abilities.
Application Information
Application should be made through the on-line system at [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] .
The application deadline is 1 December 2009 (23:59 hrs, Hong Kong time). The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship application is also regarded as a formal application for PhD admission to the University of Hong Kong. Applicants are therefore required to fully comply with the admission requirement of the University (see [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]).
For an overview of research on Systems, Controls, and Signal Processing in the Department, you can visit [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] /research_is.htm
Each application will be processed as a normal application for PhD admission. Interview with applicants may be conducted where necessary. Unsuccessful candidates of the Fellowship scheme may also be admitted to other postgraduate studentship schemes if the candidates are considered to be qualified.
PhD: University of Hong Kong
Contributed by: Graziano Chesi, [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
The Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of the University of Hong Kong is seeking for PhD candidates to be enrolled in Control Systems for the academic year 2010-2011. This academic year starts on September 1, 2010. All courses and activities are conducted in English. Interested candidates should send their CV to Dr. Graziano Chesi (chesi@eee.hku.hk) and are invited to visit his webpage [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] for research details. Applications should be submitted to the Graduate School of the University of Hong Kong, see [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] for instructions. The deadline for applications is December 31, 2010.
PhD: Northeastern University
Contributed by: Rifat Sipahi, [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
CONTROLLING NON-LINEAR SYSTEMS UNDER DELAY CONSTRAINTS
A PhD position is immediately available on CONTROLLING NON-LINEAR SYSTEMS UNDER DELAY CONSTRAINTS under the supervision of Prof. Rifat Sipahi at the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Northeastern University located in the heart of Boston.
This project is a continuation of our most recent developments in the field of time delay systems and control theory, and it involves both theoretical and experimental work. Successful candidate will have strong background on control theory, dynamic systems and mathematics; he/she is required to have a Master’s degree in a field (including but not limited to engineering, physics, applied mathematics) relevant to the scope of the project; he/she has excellent skills in using Matlab, Simulink and a symbolic manipulator (e.g. Mathematica, Maple, Matlab’s Symbolic toolbox). It is also desirable that the candidate has hands-on experience on feedback control, and theoretical background on Model Predictive Control, Graph Theory and Differential Equations. It is expected that the candidates have excellent GRE and TOEFL (if necessary) scores, and they have strong communication and writing skills. It is preferable that candidates personally wrote and published articles in journals or conferences under supervision and gave scientific talks in their Master’s studies.
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Contacts:
Prof. Rifat Sipahi, Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, MA.
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PhD: Clemson University
Contributed by: Ardalan Vahidi, [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
A Research Assistantship position in Systems and Controls is available starting Spring 2009 for a graduate student with a Masters Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and interested in pursuing a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering at Clemson University.
This research position requires strong mathematical skills and good background in modern control theory and an interest in vehicular telematics. The experimental phase requires hands on skills and strong interest in wireless communications and distributed computing. Previous course work or research experience in optimization, optimal control, and model predictive control is a plus.
Interested applicants should contact Prof. Ardalan Vahidi (avahidi@clemson.edu) for more information and include a resume in PDF format.
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Research Fellow: Australian National University
Contributed by: Matthew James, [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
Australian National University
Research Fellow in Quantum Control
Department of Information Engineering, Research School of Information
Sciences and Engineering, ANU College of Engineering and Computer
Science
Salary Package AUD74,447 - AUD84,786 pa plus 17% superannuation
We are seeking to appoint a Research Fellow under the direction of Professors Matthew James (Australian National University) and Ian Petersen (University of New South Wales). Based on initial work on quantum H-infinity and LQG control, this project seeks to develop the fundamental principles and tools of linear systems theory that take into account the special features of quantum mechanics. The new quantum linear systems theory will provide the framework for investigating the fundamental limitations and opportunities provided by coherent quantum feedback, which need not necessarily involve measurement. The appointee will also have the opportunity to carry out independent research on related topics, depending on the interests of the appointee, and to interact and collaborate with a team of Canberra-based quantum control researchers.
Applicants are expected to have a PhD in engineering, mathematics, or physics. A relevant background in control engineering or quantum physics or mathematics is also required. While no expertise in quantum physics is required, it is expected that the appointee will have a keen interest in quantum control.
The position is a fixed term of 2 years, with continuation beyond the first year subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
We are also seeking PhD students to work in this research field.
For further information, including application materials, see
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Closing date: 1 October 2009, although applications will be considered until the position is filled.
Enquiries: Professor Matthew James, T: 61 2 6125 4889, E: [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
Post-Doc: Australian National University
Contributed by: Brian Anderson, [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
A project team headed by Professor Brian Anderson has a position vacant for a Postdoctoral level Researcher, commencing from 1 December 2009 unti 31 December 2011. The position will work on cooperative multiagent formations and networks. Other members of the team are located in Canberra, Sydney and Adelaide (Defence Science and Technology Organisation). Adjunct status at the Australian National University is expected, with participation in supervision of students an expectation. For further details please visit [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
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