PhD in Security-aware task planning and control of multi-agent systems

About the opportunity

PhD candidate in the Control Systems group at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), will develop verifiable, secure-by-construction planning and control algorithms for multi-agent cyber-physical systems (CPS). The project focuses on incorporating information-flow security directly into planning and control to prevent sensitive information leakage while maintaining effective collaboration among autonomous systems like robots and vehicles. Research will be validated through simulations and multi-robot experiments in the Autonomous Motion Control Lab.

Salary and benefits

• Gross base salary between €3,204 and €4,051 per month (Scale P).
• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus.
• Participation in the ABP pension scheme (TU/e pays 70% of the premium).
• Full-time employment for four years.
• Allowance for commuting, working from home, and internet costs.
• Access to on-campus children's day care, sports facilities, and the TU/e Student Sports Center.
• Support from a Staff Immigration Team for international candidates, including a tax compensation scheme (Expat Scheme) and moving expenses compensation.
• High-quality training programs to develop as an autonomous scientific researcher.

Who can apply?

• Master's degree (or equivalent university degree) in Systems and Control, Automation Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a similar field.
• Applicants currently completing their MSc must indicate their expected graduation date in the cover letter.
• Proven excellence track record, demonstrated by a complete list of grades for all BSc and MSc courses.
• Motivated, curiosity-driven, and research-oriented attitude.
• Fluent in spoken and written English (C1 level).
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team and interest in collaborating with industrial partners.
• Motivation to develop teaching skills and coach students.
• Additional research experience in Formal Methods and/or Robotics is considered a plus.

Required documents

• Cover letter describing motivation and qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae (CV) including a list of publications.
• Contact information for three references.
• Complete list of grades for all courses taken at the BSc and MSc level.

When to apply

• Applications are open until September 13, 2026.
• The vacancy will remain open until the position is filled.

How to apply

• Submit a complete application online via the apply button.
• Include a cover letter describing motivation and qualifications.
• Include a curriculum vitae (CV) with a list of publications and contact information for three references.