At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct theoretical research in feedback control and publish findings in leading journals.
- Company: Join the University of Manchester's Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
- Benefits: Enjoy 29 days annual leave, a generous pension contribution, and access to world-class facilities.
- Other info: This is a full-time, fixed-term post for 3 years starting as soon as possible.
- Why this job: Contribute to high-impact research on nonlinear dynamical systems under Professor Lanzon's guidance.
- Qualifications: PhD in feedback control theory or related area with a strong publication record required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Feedback Control Theory / Mathematical Systems Theory. This role offers an exciting opportunity to conduct fundamental, high‑impact research in robust feedback control theory within the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, School of Engineering, at the University of Manchester. You will work under the direction of Professor Alexander Lanzon, Chair in Control Engineering, contributing to the project “Input‑restricted robust feedback control theory for nonlinear dynamical systems”. The role sits within a dynamic, inclusive and internationally recognised research environment with a strong tradition of excellence in control systems research. This is a full‑time, fixed‑term post for 3 years, starting as soon as possible after interview, based on the University’s Oxford Road campus.
Responsibilities
- Conduct leading‑edge theoretical research in feedback control and mathematical systems theory
- Develop new robustness and stability analysis results for nonlinear dynamical systems with norm‑restricted exogenous signals
- Publish high‑quality research outputs in internationally leading journals such as IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control and Automatica
- Collaborate closely with Professor Lanzon and members of the Control Systems research group
- Disseminate research through conferences, seminars, outreach activities and scholarly publications
Essential Criteria
- A PhD (or equivalent) in feedback control theory, mathematical systems theory or a closely related area
- Strong theoretical grounding in mathematical systems theory and feedback control
- Knowledge of topics such as passivity, dissipativity, IQC theory, absolute stability or robustness analysis
- A strong publication record in leading international journals relevant to control theory
- Ability to work independently, self‑motivate and develop new research ideas to completion
Desirable Criteria
- Experience with functional analysis concepts (e.g. Hilbert spaces, L2 and L2‑induced norms)
- Experience working with internationally recognised researchers or research groups
- Experience contributing to research funding proposals
Benefits
- Generous employer pension contribution
- 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
- Access to world‑class engineering facilities, including the new £500m Engineering Building
Applications close at midnight on the closing date.
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Feedback Control Theory / Mathematical Systems Theory in Manchester employer: The University of Manchester
The University of Manchester offers a dynamic research environment with a strong tradition in control systems. Located on the Oxford Road campus, it provides access to cutting-edge engineering facilities, including a new £500m Engineering Building. The team is internationally recognised, enhancing collaboration opportunities.
Contact Details:
The University of Manchester Recruitment Team
