PhD position in Modeling and Control of Nonlinear Dynamical Systems from Data — ETH Zürich
- Location
- Zurich
- Contract
- fixed-term
- Posted
- 44 days ago
Role overview
PhD position in Modeling and Control of Nonlinear Dynamical Systems from Data
100%, Zurich, fixed-term print Drucken
- PhD position in Modeling and Control of Nonlinear Dynamical Systems from Data
- 100%, Zurich, fixed-term print Drucken
Application process
- The Chair in Nonlinear Dynamics at ETH Zürich is inviting applications for a 100% PhD position in the development and application of nonlinear dynamical systems methods for complex physical problems known only from data.
- The objective is to provide efficient, theoretically sound, fast, and directly interpretable alternative in modelling to the black-box approach of neural networks. Job description
- The selected candidate will work on the furhter development of spectral submanifold (SSM) methods, aiming to further develop concepts in nonlinear model reduction
- Possible research directions include the development of nonlinear modelling and control approaches for fluid-structure interactions, material with memory, soft robotics, tele-operated systems, lightweight space structures, and turbulent flows
- Ongoing and prior work in related areas by the Chair in Nonlinear Dynamics can be found at the group website
- The position will be based at either the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering or the Department of Mathematics, depending on the candidate’s background and preferences
- The starting date is flexible but an early start is preferred Profile
- The successful candidate is expected to have a master's degree in mechanical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, or related areas
Contacts
- Applications via email or postal services will not be considered. About ETH Zürich
- George Haller, [email protected] (no applications).
Additional details
- 100%, Zurich, fixed-term
- The objective is to provide efficient, theoretically sound, fast, and directly interpretable alternative in modelling to the black-box approach of neural networks.
- The starting date is flexible but an early start is preferred
- Experience in nonlinear dynamical systems methods and data-driven analysis is a plus
- You can expect numerous benefits , such as public transport season tickets and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ , childcare and attractive pension benefits
- Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich We value diversity and sustainability
- We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents: Bachelor and Master’s transcripts
- Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
- cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge
- environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe,
Notes and original content
- Job description
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- Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich
- We value diversity and sustainability
- We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:
- Bachelor and Master’s transcripts
- About ETH Zürich
- into society.
- environment that inspires excellence.
- Located in the heart of Europe,
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