Two Ph.D. positions are available in the Resilience, Autonomous, Networked Control System (RANCS) Laboratory in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Tennessee Technological University. Students will participate in hands-on projects related to a funded NSF project.  The student is expected to conduct research on one or more of the following areas related

• Security of Networked Control Systems.
• Testing Safety and Security of Connected and Autonomous Vehicle systems.
• Mathematical modeling and control of Connected and Autonomous Vehicle systems.

Expected Start Date: Fall 2021 or earlier

Preferred Experience:

• Strong background in modeling, controls, and applied mathematics.
• Prior knowledge and experience with CarMaker software. 
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with major/specialization in mechanical, electrical, and controls.
• A Master’s degree is required.
• Strong MATLAB and/or Python programming experience and familiarity with ROS.

Application Process: Interested candidates should email Dr. Arman Sarglzaei at asargolzaei@tntech.edu with the subject line “Ph.D. Position – RANCS”, and include the following:

• Detailed curriculum vitae.
• Academic transcripts (unofficial transcript is acceptable).
• Copy of prior publications (if any).
• List of courses taken in controls, security, modeling, and applied mathematics.

For details, please visit https://rancs-lab.com/opportunities/.