Your profile

• strong background in non-linear control systems, model predictive control, machine learning, strong programming skills (e.g. Python, Matlab, C++),
• experience with biomechanical modelling and analysis of human gait,
• experience with real-time control of (wearable) robotic systems,
• an excellent command of written and spoken English,
• a team player who enjoys collaborating in multi-disciplinary teams.

• Master’s degree in fields like control engineering, robotics, biomedical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering.
• The master’s degree should be obtained by March 2025.
• As this Ph D is part of a Marie Sklodowska-Curie Doctoral training network this mobility rule applies: you must not have resided or carried out your main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the Netherlands for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the recruitment date.

Our offer

• A full-time 4-year Ph D position. In this position you will work the first two years at the University of Twente, the third year at Bio Robotics Group CSIC of CSIC in Spain and the fourth year again at the University of Twente.
• 2 short term research stays (1-3 months) at Able Human Motion in Spain and Hocoma in Switzerland
• The position comes with a 30% tax ruling option and a pension scheme.
• A salary of € 2872,- during the first year, increasing to € 3670,- in the fourth year.
• Holiday and end-of-year bonuses.
• A minimum of 29 days of holidays.
• Professional and personal development programs.
• Access to Wearable robotics outstanding research facilities.
• Proximity to Enschede, a mid-size city with a large social offer, immersed in the nature of the Twente region.
• Fun work atmosphere with social lab retreats.