PhD Position in Transport and Traffic Technology with Focus on AI and Road Safety at University of Zagreb

The Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences at the University of Zagreb is offering a PhD position in the scientific area of technical sciences, specifically in Transport and Traffic Technology. The successful candidate will join the Department of Traffic Signalling and work on the project 'Connected and Adaptive Maintenance for Safety Urban and Secondary Roads – CAMBER,' funded by the Croatian Science Foundation as part of the 'Career Development Project for Young Researchers – Training of New Doctoral Students' (DOK-2025-02). This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in the intersection of transport, artificial intelligence, and road safety. The research will focus on applying advanced AI techniques, including machine learning, neural networks (LSTMs, explainable AI), computer vision, object detection, and deep reinforcement learning, to challenges in traffic signalling and infrastructure. The position offers a dynamic academic environment, mentorship, and opportunities to participate in both domestic and international scientific conferences. Applicants must have a Master’s degree in technical sciences and be eligible for the PhD program in Transport at the University of Zagreb. Preference will be given to those with demonstrated skills in AI, machine learning, and related fields. Required application materials include a motivation letter, CV in EUROPASS format, proof of degree, employment record, proof of citizenship, and proof of English proficiency. Candidates with foreign qualifications must provide recognition documentation. Knowledge of English is required. The position is a full-time, fixed-term contract for six years. While the funding covers the research position and provides mentorship and conference participation, explicit details on stipend or tuition coverage are not specified. Applications must be submitted electronically to [email protected] with the subject 'For the competition – HRZZ' and the relevant item number. The deadline for applications is March 14, 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. For more information, visit the official announcement and the Faculty’s website. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring researchers passionate about transport technology, AI, and road safety to advance their academic careers in a leading Croatian institution.