We have an open PhD position in the areas of perception, planning, and control of autonomous systems in DSIM lab. Highly motivated applicants with prior experience in robotics, control and/or machine learning and strong programming skills and mathematical background are encouraged to apply. Applicants should have B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
For qualified PhD candidates, the stipend and tuition will be provided. Continuation of financial support is contingent upon satisfactory academic/research performance and availability of funds.
If interested, please contact Dr. Nili (zniliahmadabadi [at] sdsu.edu (zniliahmadabadi[at]sdsu[dot]edu)). Applicants should submit CV, publications/examples of academic writing (report, thesis), BS and MS transcripts, and GRE and TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable) in a single PDF file. Cover letters should address experience in robotics and programming.
Depending on their background, the PhD candidate will receive a degree in Computer Science/ Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering. The PhD degree is offered jointly with the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). For more information about the PhD program and admission requirements, please visit:
https://mechanical.sdsu.edu/graduate/phd_degree
https://www.engineering.sdsu.edu/admissions/jointdocprogram.aspx