Danmarks Tekniske Universitet
Job title:
Postdoc in Electronics and Embedded Software for Advanced Robotics – DTU Electro
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Danmarks Tekniske Universitet
Job description
Job Description:We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team in the development of advanced mechatronic and embedded control systems for robotic applications. You will work on designing cutting-edge electronics and embedded systems, integrating them with innovative robotic platforms, and deploying them in real-world environments.The position is for 24 months and will focus on the development of high-performance embedded controllers (both hardware and software development), real-time systems, and low-level software for robotic applications in demanding conditions, such as mining, industrial automation, and field robotics.Responsibilities and qualifications
Your overall focus will be to design, develop, and implement custom electronic and embedded control systems for cutting-edge robotic applications. You will be responsible for creating efficient real-time control software and interfacing embedded hardware with various robot frameworks. Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team, you will ensure robust deployment and validation of these systems in real-world environments, contributing actively to research documentation and dissemination.Responsibilities
- Design and develop custom electronic hardware and embedded control systems for robots.
- Implement and optimize real-time algorithms and embedded software.
- Interface hardware components with robotic middleware (e.g., ROS2, PX4).
- Ensure reliable deployment and testing in realistic, sometimes harsh, operational conditions.
Qualifications
- PhD (or equivalent) in Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or related fields.
- Expertise in PCB design, microcontrollers, real-time programming (C/C++), and embedded software.
- Hands-on experience with hardware integration, sensor-actuator interfaces, and debugging.
We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.The period of employment is 2 years.You can read more about .Further information
Further information may be obtained from Associate Professor Matteo Fumagalli, e-mail: .You can read more about DTU Electro at .If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at .Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 18 April 2025 (23:59 Danish time). Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link “Apply now”, fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:
- Application (cover letter)
- CV
- Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
- List of publications
- Up to 3 most relevant publications
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.About DTU Electro and the CREA Group
DTU Electro (Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering) at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is a leading research institution in electrical and photonics engineering. The department focuses on robotics, autonomous systems, embedded control, sensing technologies, and artificial intelligence, with strong collaboration between academia and industry. DTU Electro drives innovation in robotics and automation, addressing global challenges in manufacturing, energy, mining, and industrial applications.The Control, Robotics, and Embodied AI (CREA) Group at DTU Electro specializes in developing intelligent robotic systems capable of autonomous operation in complex and unstructured environments. The group’s research includes robot control, mechatronic design, motion planning, embedded intelligence, and human-robot interaction. CREA integrates expertise in control theory, real-time computing, and AI-driven robotics to develop high-performance robotic platforms. The group collaborates with leading international research institutions and industrial partners to translate research into real-world applications, including autonomous mining, infrastructure inspection, and intelligent robotic systems for extreme environments.Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.
Expected salary
Location
Kongens Lyngby, Hovedstaden – Lyngby, Midtjylland
Job date
Thu, 20 Mar 2025 03:16:38 GMT
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