The PhD project focuses on the development of control theoretic tools by advancing algorithmic methods in the emerging field of data-driven optimisation and control. The emphasis will be on the performance and computational aspects of the decision mechanism in the presence of environment uncertainties (stochastic systems) and information constraints (distributed nature). The developed methods will be applied to problems motivated by security and privacy of networked cyber-physical systems.

Applicants should have the following qualifications:
• An MSc degree in systems and control, operations research, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Strong mathematical skills and ability to work at the intersection of several technical research domains, in particular control, optimisation, and machine learning.
• Basic programming skills in Matlab are expected.
• Good command of the English language and communication skills.

Fixed-term contract: 4 years.

The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount for health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. An International Children’s Centre offers childcare and an international primary school. Dual Career Services offers support to accompanying partners. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.
As a PhD candidate you will be enrolled in the TU Delft Graduate School. The TU Delft Graduate School provides an inspiring research environment; an excellent team of supervisors, academic staff and a mentor; and a Doctoral Education Programme aimed at developing your transferable, discipline-related and research skills. Please visit graduateschool.tudelft.nl/ for more information.

For more information about this position, please contact dr. Peyman Mohajerin Esfahani (P.MohajerinEsfahani@tudelft.nl) or dr. Tamas Keviczky (T.Keviczky@tudelft.nl). Please e-mail your application by 1 January 2018 to Irina Bruckner, application-3mE@tudelft.nl. The application should include: a letter of motivation (1-2 pages) stating research interests and vision, a detailed CV including contact information of three references, and academic transcripts of (under)graduate coursework.
When applying for this position, please refer to vacancy number 3ME17-58.

Delft University of Technology

Delft University of Technology (the TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognised level. Education, research and design are strongly oriented towards applicability. The TU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. At the TU Delft you will work in an environment where technical sciences and society converge. The TU Delft comprises eight faculties, unique laboratories, research institutes and schools.

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Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering

The Delft Centre for Systems and Control (DCSC) coordinates the education and research activities in systems and control at Delft University of Technology. The Centre's research mission is to conduct fundamental research in systems dynamics and control, involving dynamic modelling, advanced control theory, optimisation, and signal analysis. The research is motivated by advanced technology development in physical imaging systems, robotics, sustainable energy and transportation systems.