About the job
A PhD scholarship is available within Predictive Runtime Verification of AI-enabled Robotic Autonomous Systems at Norges miljø- og biovitenskapelige universitet (NMBU) in Ås.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research in Predictive Runtime Verification of AI-enabled Robotic Autonomous Systems
- Develop and apply formal methods and runtime verification techniques to AI-enabled robotic systems
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary academic and industrial communities
- Contribute to the development of safety assurance and risk analysis frameworks for autonomous systems
- Engage in practical work with physical mobile robotic hardware, sensors, and simulation environments
Qualifications
- A Master's degree or equivalent in Robotics, Computer Science, Cybernetics, Formal Methods, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field
- Both the average grade point and the Master’s thesis must be B or better in the Norwegian educational system
- Proficiency in both written and oral English
- Solid knowledge and background in at least two of the following fields: Formal Methods / Runtime Verification, AI / Machine Learning, Autonomous Systems / Control, or Software Development for Robotics (e.g., ROS/ROS 2)
- Strong programming skills (Python, C++, etc.)
- Eligibility for security clearance at a minimum level of "Secret" and any licences or approvals required under Norwegian export control legislation
Personal qualities
- Curious, result-oriented, and highly motivated
- Strong communication and cooperation skills
- Solid interest in robotics
- Good collaboration skills and an ability to join interdisciplinary academic/industrial communities
We offer
- A PhD scholarship within Predictive Runtime Verification of AI-enabled Robotic Autonomous Systems
- Opportunities to work with cutting-edge research in AI and robotics
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary academic and industrial communities
- Access to physical mobile robotic hardware, sensors, and simulation environments
How to apply
Applications must be submitted by 01.12.2026. For more information, contact David Anisi (main supervisor), Associate Professor, david.anisi@nmbu.no.