Postdoc in Multi-UAV Systems and Multi-Robot Aerial Manipulation of Flexible Objects
The Laboratory of Systems Engineering and Robotics (LASER) at the
Universidade Federal da Paraíba (UFPB), Brazil
, is advertising
one postdoctoral research position
in a recently funded project sponsored by Petrobras:
RAHA - Autonomous Hybrid Terrain Robots for Wetlands and Floodplains
(reference 2024/00573-5).
The research topic is
Multi-Robot Aerial Manipulation of Flexible Objects
, with a broader focus on
multi-UAV systems
, aerial robotics, multi-robot coordination, control, trajectory planning, image processing, and real-world robotic experimentation. The position is supervised by
Prof. Tiago Nascimento
, a Professor and Researcher in Aerial and Ground Robotics.
Funding and conditions:
the postdoc includes a monthly stipend of
R$ 10,318.00
(approximately
€1,750
), support for visa acquisition, and an initial
2-year contract
that may be renewed annually for up to
2 more years
depending on performance. The postdoc can start immediately, though later start dates are also possible.
Eligibility highlights:
applicants must hold a PhD in computer engineering, computer science, mechatronics engineering, robotics, or a related field; have at least one robotics journal publication in venues such as RA-L, T-RO, T-FR, IJRR, Robotics and Autonomous Systems, or Autonomous Robots; and demonstrate strong C++ programming ability with ROS 2 development experience. Good written and spoken English is also required.
How to apply:
use the application link provided in the post. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview before the final decision. For questions, contact Professor Tiago at
tiagopn@ci.ufpb.br
.
