PhD position in Vehicle-infrastructure integration for Connected Cooperativ

at  KU Leuven

PHD POSITION IN VEHICLE-INFRASTRUCTURE INTEGRATION FOR CONNECTED COOPERATIVE AUTOMATED MOBILITY

(ref. BAP-2024-715)
Laatst aangepast: 15/11/24
We invite applications for a fully-funded PhD position in Dynamic management for multimodal transport systems. This position represents an exciting opportunity to join a newly established research team at KU Leuven, working within the renowned Centre for Industrial Management, Traffic and Infrastructure (CIB).
Our group focuses on developing innovative operational management solutions for transport and mobility challenges, benefiting from strong international collaborations. As part of CIB, you will work in an interdisciplinary international environment addressing technological developments, societal trends, and individual needs related to mobility, with a particular focus on intelligent transport systems, operational research, and transport system analysis.

PROFILE

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated candidate with

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Transportation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or related fields
• Knowledge of quantitative methods used in engineering and skills in applying such methods to solve engineering problems
• Programming skills (Python, MATLAB, or similar)
• Excellent command of English (both written and spoken)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of traffic flow theory and vehicle dynamics
• Experience with traffic simulation and assessment tools
• Demonstrated involvement in connected/automated driving or traffic management projects

Please refer the Job description for details