The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department in NC A&T State University invites applications for a full-time, post-doctoral research associate position in Multi-agent Systems applications particularly the Cooperative Control of autonomous vehicles and the applications such as deployment of UASs for Smart Agriculture, Environment, and Infrastructure, or connected autonomous vehciles. The project uses cooperative control of UASs and distributed remote sensing techniques for applications such as smart farming or infrastructure inspection or forming shared perception among autonomous vehciles
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Ph.D. awarded within the last five years in Electrical and Computer Engineering or related area, specializing in Control and Robotics
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All individuals must complete and submit an electronic application to be considered for employment with the university. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. All final candidates recommended for hire are subject to a criminal and sex offender background checks. Candidates may also be subject to a motor vehicle and/or credit check based on the relevancy to the position. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Posting Details Classification Information Classification Type EHRA Position Overview Primary Purpose of Position The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department in NC A&T State University invites applications for a full-time, post-doctoral research associate position in Multi-agent Systems applications particularly the Cooperative Control of autonomous vehicles and the applications such as deployment of UASs for Smart Agriculture, Environment, and Infrastructure, or connected autonomous vehciles. The project uses cooperative control of UASs and distributed remote sensing techniques for applications such as smart farming or infrastructure inspection or forming shared perception among autonomous vehciles. This is a non-tenure-track, year-to-year appointment, renewable annually for up to two years subjected to satisfactory performance, availability of resources, and the needs of the Department. We thus look for applicants that have a demonstrated track record in the applications of multi-agent systems. Programming and practical experiences with embedded real-time systems are desired. The employee will carry out research on Multi-agent Systems applications and enabling capabilities. The employee will be a member of a research group at ACCESS Laboratory, supporting projects through original research, collaboration with other team members, and mentoring of students. The employee will also contribute to additional proposal efforts, thereby strengthening North Carolina A&T State University’s ability to attract external funding. The employee will confer on overall research direction and strategy but will exercise a considerable amount of independent judgment and original thinking in carrying out research that contributes to original knowledge and advances the University’s reputation in research. The employee will publish research results, in collaboration with Professor, in recognized journals. The employee will share student mentoring with Professor and will participate in departmental seminars and other professional activities as assigned. The candidate will be also working with both graduate and undergraduate students in a mentoring role, and will be involved in conducting workshops, and seminars. The candidate will enjoy a dynamic and collaborative working environment. Primary Function of Organizational Unit The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is the largest department in the College of Engineering and provide highly competitive graduate and undergraduate education in its four degree programs. The four programs are a BS in electrical engineering, a BS in computer engineering, an MS in electrical engineering, and a Ph.D. in electrical engineering. The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is committed to be a place of excellence in education, research and community service, and to achieve national recognition, distinction and preeminence. Additional information can be found at http://www.ncat.edu/coe/departments/elen/index.html. Autonomous Cooperative Control of Emergent Systems of Systems ( ACCESS ) Laboratory aims to address fundamental problems in modeling, analysis, control, and improvement of complex systems. Researchers at ACCESS laboratory achieve this goal by systematically developing tools and techniques for analysis and synthesis of complex systems. Additional information can be found at https://www.accesslab.net/ Minimum Requirements 1. Ph.D. awarded within the last five years in Electrical and Computer Engineering or related area, specializing in Control and Robotics. 2. A strong experimental background with evidence of experimental skills related to applications of multi-agent systems. 3. The candidate is expected to have good skills in writing scientific papers and technical reports. Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education The ideal candidate should have experience with robotics and autonomous vehicles and practical applications of multi-agent systems as well as good programming skills. Experiences with embedded real-time systems are desired. Required License or Certification Position Information Working Title Post Doc Research Associate, Control and Robotic Position Number 009741 Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience FLSA Exempt Position Type Post Doctoral Appointment Type Time Limited - Full-time Tenure Track No FTE 40 hours/week, 12 months If Time Limited, Appointment Length Organizational Division Electrical & Computer Engineering Organizational Location College of Engineering Organizational Unit Electrical & Computer Engineering Posting Detail Information Posting Number EPA1751 Open Date 04/17/2023 Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled Open Until Filled Yes Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search Date Position Available Immediately Available Special Instructions to Applicant All individuals must complete and submit an electronic application to be considered for employment with the university. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. All final candidates recommended for hire are subject to a criminal and sex offender background checks. Candidates may also be subject to a motor vehicle and/or credit check based on the relevancy to the position. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. 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