PhD student in Embedded Systems & Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Ranging-based Tracking

Switzerland Job Openings

ETH Zürich

Zürich

FULL TIME

December 3, 2024

Ph D student in Embedded Systems & Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Ranging-based Tracking

100%, Zurich, fixed-term

The Sensing, Interaction & Perception Lab is looking for a Ph D student in embedded systems. Suitable applicants have built their own embedded systems before (custom PCB + firmware, MCU + sensor integration, ideally using n RF chips) and habe some experience with UWB (communication protocol, distance estimation). Optional bonus: basic feedback control/robotics (Kalman filters, state estimation).
To learn more about our research, check out our website.

Project background

The project focuses on developing cutting-edge embedded systems that integrate UWB and motion sensors for high-accuracy ranging, tracking, and communication. You will work on custom PCBs, firmware development, and the seamless connection of MCUs with various sensors. You will also develop learning-based pipelines for state, position, and motion estimation.
The project will contribute to advancements in localization and robotics applications.
Background will be our previous work on pose estimation and location tracking.

Job description

Design, develop, and test embedded systems hardware (PCBs) and firmware.
Integrate MCUs with sensors, ensuring reliable communication and data handling.
Develop UWB-based communication and ranging algorithms.
Contribute to system-level performance optimization and experimental validation.
Implement basic feedback control for robotics tasks.

Profile

Your background should be in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Robotics.
Candidates should also have:

Proven experience designing custom PCBs and developing firmware.
Familiarity with MCUs (e.g., n RF chips) and sensor integration.
Hands-on experience with UWB technology (platforms, protocols, signals).
Strong problem-solving and technical debugging skills.
Optional: experience in state estimation and filters.

Application documents to be submitted

a PDF showing your projects that are most relevant to this position
your CV
university score records (for undergrad and master's)
contact details of at least two academic referees

Workplace

We offer

We offer an exciting environment to study and work in.
For more information, check out

our projects in the Sensing, Interaction & Perception Lab
the SIPLAB team
Christian Holz (PI)

ETH has several internationally recognized research groups dedicated to hardware prototyping, electrical engineering, robotics, signal processing, and machine learning. We collaborate with several of them as well as institutions and companies in Switzerland and abroad.

We value diversity

In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

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