PhD Opportunity for the Development of a Robotic Controller Optimizing Human Perception During Collaborative Tasks (M/F))
- FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
- 36 mounth
- Doctorate
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Laboratoire d'informatique de robotique et de microelectronique de montpellier
Contract Type
FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
34095 MONTPELLIER
Contract Duration
36 mounth
Date of Hire
01/09/2026
Remuneration
2300 € gross monthly
Apply Application Deadline : 12 June 2026 23:59
Job Description
Thesis Subject
We are seeking a motivated PhD student to work on a PEPR project aimed at integrating neuroscientific models of human behavior to develop a human-aware robotic controller. This controller will be able to adapt the robot's behavior to optimize user comfort.
Activities
The project will finalize the computer model currently under development, which explains the human perception of anxiety related to injuries near machines, and develop a robotic controller based on this model.
- The candidate will develop human-robot interaction scenarios in virtual reality (VR) with the help of collaborating teams.
- We will invite human participants to interact in these VR scenarios and collect behavioral data to refine the human perception model.
- The candidate will then integrate this model to develop a robotic controller.
- The robotic controller will be adapted and tested on a mobile robot and a manipulator.
Skills
- The candidate must have a background in electrical or mechanical engineering or computer science.
- Prior experience in robotic control is required.
- Prior experience in one or more areas of virtual reality programming (Unity), machine learning, human-computer interaction experiment design, and data collection will be an asset.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are required.
Your Work Environment
Le Laboratoire d'Informatique, de Robotique et de Microélectronique de Montpellier (LIRMM) is a joint research unit affiliated with the University of Montpellier and the CNRS (French National Centre for Scientific Research). LIRMM's research activities focus on information, communication, and systems sciences and technologies. The candidate will be based at LIRMM, but may be required to work in partner laboratories in France.
Constraints and risks
None
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
2300 € gross monthly
Annual leave and RTT
44 jours
Remote Working practice and compensation
Pratique et indemnisation du TT
Transport
Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€
About the offer
| Offer reference | UMR5506-GANGOW-019 |
|---|---|
| CN Section(s) / Research Area | Mathematics and mathematical interactions |
About the CNRS
The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.
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