Overview
The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) is offering a Fully Funded PhD opportunity within the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, located at the picturesque Sønderborg campus. This department is known for its interdisciplinary approach, covering a wide range of research areas from fundamental engineering science to practical applications. The Centre for Industrial Mechanics at SDU is recognized for its collaboration with industry partners, particularly in fields such as e-mobility, automation, climate solutions, and energy efficiency. The university’s close ties with leading companies in Southern Denmark and Northern Germany provide unique opportunities for PhD candidates to engage in impactful, real-world projects.
The ideal candidate for this PhD position will be part of a dynamic team working on cutting-edge research in areas like applied cyber-physical systems, artificial intelligence, embedded computing, mechanical structure integrity, renewable energy systems, and more. The research will be conducted in collaboration with industrial partners and universities globally. In addition to research, the candidate will also have opportunities to contribute to teaching activities. This is an excellent chance for anyone eager to make significant contributions to the fields of engineering and technology while being part of an international, innovation-driven environment.
Eligibility Criteria
This Fully Funded PhD opportunity at the University of Southern Denmark is looking for a highly skilled researcher in additive manufacturing, with experience in at least two of the following areas:
- Embedded Computing
- AI on Chip and Edge AI
- Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLM)
- Low Precision Artificial Intelligence
- Quantized LLM
- Machine Learning for Embedded Hardware/Software Architecture
The successful candidate will collaborate with industrial partners and universities, both nationally and internationally. They will conduct research on externally funded projects and engage with on-site manufacturing facilities and testing laboratories.
Application Details
Before applying, candidates are advised to read the Faculty information for prospective PhD students and the SDU information on how to apply.
Candidate evaluation is based on the submitted application materials. The following documents, in English, must be included in your application:
- A motivation letter (maximum 2 pages), explaining your specific interest, motivation, and qualifications for the project.
- A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing your research, publication, and teaching experience, as well as computational skills, including personal contact information.
- The completed TEK PhD application form for 5+3 applicants, available on the Faculty website.
- The completed TEK PhD form for calculating the grade point average, also available on the Faculty website.
- A list of your publications, including up to two examples of relevant publications (if applicable). Please attach one PDF file for each publication.
- Certificates/Diplomas (bachelor’s and master’s degrees), including transcripts of grades in Danish and/or English.
- An official document outlining the grading system of the awarding universities (if not Danish).
- For applicants from programs that grade thesis/examination projects as approved/not approved: please provide an official, verified written assessment of your thesis or dissertation project from the grading institution. The document must confirm that you were among the top 30% of the graduating class for your study program.
- Reference names and email addresses, along with reference letters, may also be included. You may use the reference letter form available on the Faculty website.
UPLOAD INSTRUCTIONS:
- Upload the motivation letter as “Cover letter.”
- Upload the CV as “Resume.”
- Upload all other documents as “Miscellaneous documents.”
Please ensure that no CPR (civil registration) number appears in your documents; if it does, please cross it out.
LINK: https://www.sdu.dk/en/forskning/phd/phd_skoler/phdtek/phdstudietsforloebindhold/ansoegningsskemaer
Application Deadline
January 31, 2025, at 11.59 PM / 23.59 (CET/CEST)
Contact and Support Information
For more details, please visit www.sdu.dk/dme and https://www.sdu.dk/mechatronics. You can also contact Associate Professor Benaoumeur Senouci, Head of the Embedded AI research team, at tel. +45 65 50 84 29 or via email at senouci@sdu.dk, or Associate Professor Lars Duggen, Head of the Centre for Industrial Mechanics, at tel. +45 6550 1640 or via email at duggen@sdu.dk.
