Ajay Giri Prakash Kottapalli

CogniGron at the University of Groningen is advertising a PhD position on Sensors for Neuromorphic Touch in Adaptive Robotic Grasping . The project sits at the intersection of flexible electronic sensors , neuromorphic computing , soft robotics , electronic skin , tactile sensing , and intelligent robotic manipulation . The successful candidate will work in an interdisciplinary research environment within the Faculty of Science and Engineering and CogniGron’s demonstrator programme. The research goal is to develop a sensorized, touch-based control system for a robotic gripper that can adapt in real time to objects with different shapes, sizes, compliances, and weight distributions. The project emphasizes high data efficiency, low-power operation, and real-world applicability, and includes collaboration with industry partners. Applicants should have a Master’s degree completed or near completion in Electrical Engineering , Materials Engineering , Mechanical Engineering , or a related field. Relevant experience in flexible/wearable electronics, MEMS, printed electronics and sensors, soft robotics, event-based sensors, electronic materials, or neuromorphic engineering is strongly valued. Strong analytical skills, research experience, and excellent English communication are expected. This is a full-time PhD employment for four years. The salary ranges from €3,059 to €3,881 gross per month , with additional benefits including vacation hours, an end-of-year bonus, and holiday allowance. The first year is temporary, with extension for the remaining period after a positive review. Deadline: 21 June 2026, 23:59 Dutch local time. Apply via the University of Groningen vacancy page.