PhD position for Center for Robotics and Autonomous Systems (CRAS) Full-time

Offer Description

The Center for Robotics and Autonomous Systems (CRAS), Computational Robotics Laboratory (CRL) at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Czech Technical University in Prague, is seeking motivated and talented researchers for PhD position. We are looking for individuals passionate about robotics, passive sensing, and real-world applications with a particular interest in defense-oriented systems and technologies.

Research Topics

• Passive and cooperative localization in GNSS-denied environments.
• Sensor fusion, SLAM, real-time perception, and resilient autonomy.
• Data muling, communication infrastructure building and maintenance, and multi-robot coordination.
• Human-robot teaming and explainable navigation.
• Multi-domain operations of autonomous ground and aerial platforms in mission-critical tasks.
• Field deployments and real applications in security and defense robotics.
• Opportunities to publish, deploy, and demonstrate technologies in real-world scenarios

Where to apply
E-mail
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Requirements

Research Field Computer science ” Computer systems Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Who We Are Looking For

• For PhD applicants:
  • Strong background in robotics, computer vision, machine learning, and control.
  • Computer science, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering background.
  • Experience with C++/Python and ROS is welcome.

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Additional Information

Benefits

• Cutting-edge research infrastructure, autonomous ground robots, UAVs, and sensor platforms.
• Contributing to European and national R&D projects, industrial and defense collaborations.
• Strong links to international academia and industry.
• A supportive and collaborative team with experience in both fundamental and applied research.
• Work in an international, open-minded, and technically strong team.
• The workplace in the heart of Prague is at the Charles Square campus .
• Salary is about 140 % (Phd) of the Czech average, depending on seniority, experience, and incentive components.
• Statutory health and social insurance contributions are provided in line with legal requirements. In addition to statutory obligations, fringe benefits provided may include meal vouchers or allowances, as well as employer contributions to supplementary pension insurance schemes.
• Fringe benefits include complimentary refreshments, employee discounts on mobile operator services (including VIP options), access to sports and recreational facilities, on-site parking, and childcare support through the university nursery.
• Full-time and part-time (engineers, developers) employment with flexible working hours, meal allowances, 4+2 weeks of paid vacation per year, and 8 weeks for academic positions.

Prague: A top-ranked city for safety, research, tech, and quality of life. The workplace is also well-connected by Prague’s highly efficient public transport system.

Selection process

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For full consideration, please send us:

• CV
• Motivation letter
• Research statement (for Postdoc/Tenure)
• Portfolio or selected projects (for engineers/developers)
• Contact of references

Website for additional job details

https://comrob.fel.cvut.cz, https://www.youtube.com/@computationalroboticslabat…

https://comrob.fel.cvut.cz/open25/

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Department of Computer Science Country Czech Republic City Prague 2 Postal Code 120 00 Street Karlovo náměstí 13 Geofield

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