Research Fellow – Multi‑UAV Path Planning

About the role

The School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at Nanyang Technological University seeks a full‑time Research Fellow to advance multi‑UAV path planning in unknown 3D environments. The appointment is funded for approximately one year and offers access to state‑of‑the‑art labs and simulation facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Develop advanced path‑planning, search, and exploration algorithms for multi‑UAV systems operating in complex 3D spaces.
• Design efficient obstacle‑avoidance strategies to ensure collision‑free navigation in dense environments.
• Implement and validate algorithms in both virtual (Gazebo, Unity3D) and real‑world indoor/outdoor scenarios.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers and publish findings in reputable venues.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field with a focus on path planning, multi‑robot systems, or autonomous navigation.
• Strong research background in motion planning and multi‑robot coordination.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Required skills

• Python
• C++
• ROS / ROS2
• RRT, A* and optimization‑based planning methods
• Gazebo and Unity3D simulation environments

What we offer

• Access to cutting‑edge research infrastructure and laboratories.
• Competitive one‑year funded contract.
• Opportunities to work on high‑impact projects in robotics and autonomous systems.