15 PhD Positions in Socially Aware Robotics
15 PhD positions are available in the SWEET project, focusing on developing socially aware robots. Apply by 30 April 2025 for a competitive salary and comprehensive training.
The SWEET project, a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Industrial Doctoral Network, is offering 15 Doctoral Candidate (DC) positions within the Horizon Europe Programme. The project aims to develop socially aware robots that can perceive, interpret, and respond to human emotions, intentions, and contextual differences.
The consortium, comprising 10 beneficiaries and 15 partner organizations, will provide a comprehensive training program that includes theoretical knowledge and real-world application scenarios. Each DC will spend 50% of their 36-month contract in a mandatory secondment at other partners or beneficiaries.
The 15 DC positions cover a range of topics, including situation awareness, social embeddings, and security for trustworthy robots. For more details on each position, visit www.sweet.unina.it/phd-topics/.
Eligible candidates should have a master’s degree in a relevant field and must not have resided in the recruiting country for more than 12 months in the past 3 years. Applications, including a CV, motivational video, and reference letters, must be submitted by 30 April 2025 to infosweet@unina.it.
Selected candidates will receive a competitive salary, mobility allowance, and access to high-level training events. For more information, visit the MSCA website.
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