Fully funded Ph.D. positions are available in the Department of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics (AEM) at the University of Alabama, in the area of control theory, machine learning, autonomy, and their applications to aerospace and robotic systems. The starting date is Fall 2024. Specific research directions include but are not limited to
• Nonlinear, robust, and adaptive control
• Reliable learning control
• Resilient autonomous systems
• Control and decision-making for aerospace and robotic systems
• Applications in urban air mobility and drone delivery
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• Strong background in at least one area of control theory, machine/reinforcement learning, aerospace systems, and robotics.
Preferred Qualifications
• Strong communication (both verbal and written) skills
• Good programming skills
• Experience working with ROS, Gazebo, ArduPilot/PX4, and Pixhawk
• Experience publishing papers in top journals and conferences
To apply, please send the following documents to Dr. Pan Zhao (pzhao7@ua.edu).
• a detailed resume/curriculum vitae
• transcripts from all academic institutions
• a (short) statement describing your research interests
• one or two representative publications, if available
Given the time limitations, Dr. Zhao can only respond to applicants with the most suitable qualifications.
About The University of Alabama
The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state’s flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive, forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus.
A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. The University of Alabama has R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity status by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education and is among the top doctoral research universities in the United States.