Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow to lead the development of cutting-edge energy efficient underwater navigation systems. The successful candidate will conduct advanced research in localization algorithms, spearhead energy-aware navigation planning systems development, and oversee real world validation of underwater navigation technologies while mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead research and development of energy efficient navigation systems for underwater vehicles
• Design and implement advanced underwater navigation algorithms and frameworks
• Develop comprehensive simulation environments and establish testing protocols
• Conduct in-depth analysis and optimization of navigation system performance for energy consumption and accuracy
• Supervise and mentor research engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Author high-quality research publications and technical reports
• Manage project timelines and deliverables

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with robot planning algorithms and control systems
• Research experience of at least three years, even during Master or PhD program, including skills for paper preparation
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Familiarity with underwater robots, sensors (DVL, sonar) and simulation environments will be an added advantage