Opportunities
PROSPECTIVE POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWS
Post-doc positions are available in the Dynamical Systems Laboratory (DSL) at the Tandon School of Engineering, New York University in a wide variety of research projects that are signature scopes of our multidisciplinary group. The positions are fully funded with a competitive salary.
Virtual Reality
Candidates will be responsible for leading the design and testing of virtual reality systems, mentoring undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students, coordinating outreach activities, and supporting proposal writing and grantsmanship. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated background in designing and implementing human-computer or human-robot interfaces; as exemplified by a strong publication record. Previous experience on virtual reality simulations (e.g., Unity, C#, VR headsets) or user-interface prototyping for testing usability and interaction is desired.
Candidate profile
Candidates should have a PhD in computer engineering, computer science, human-centered technology, innovation and design, robotics, neuroscience or related fields; or a related field. We welcome applicants with recent PhDs and individuals seeking additional postdoctoral training. Candidates will be required to present eligibility to work in the United States.
Candidates should include a detailed a detailed curriculum vitae, a one-page cover letter, a statement of past research experience, and a list of references. The cover letter should include applicants’ research interests, and their future plans, both in general and research-wise. Review of applications will begin immediately, and candidates are expected to join as early as February 2025.
PROSPECTIVE PH.D. STUDENTS
The Dynamical Systems Laboratory is looking for outstanding Ph.D. students in Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering. Ph.D. students will address specific problems within the areas of dynamical systems theory and applications. Ph.D. student candidates are expected to have a solid research experience in Engineering and have a B.Sc. or equivalent degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
Compensation includes full tuition coverage and a competitive stipend. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit, as soon as possible, a curriculum vitae, a list of three references, and a cover letter including a description of prior research experience, by email to Dr. M. Porfiri.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the available positions are filled.
STUDENTS CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN ITALIAN INSTITUTIONS
Students currently enrolled in “Laurea II livello” programs in institutions affiliated to the Honors Center of Italian Universities are eligible to apply for Dual/Double Degree scholarships. All the application details can be found in the Center’s website .
Students interested in doing research in the Dynamical Systems Laboratory can contact Dr. M. Porfiri for further enquiries.
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
The Dynamical Systems Laboratory has multiple openings for undergraduate students with unusually strong background and abilities, who are willing to conduct research in advanced composite materials, smart structures, underwater robotics, and vision-based measurement systems.
Interested candidates are encouraged to fill the form online.