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# Doctoral scholarship holder Electronics-ICT: Artificial Intelligence

- **Company:** Universiteit Antwerpen
- **Location:** Antwerpen, Belgium
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://be.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bf3a604db645a669

## About the Role

* You hold a master degree in Electronics-ICT, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline, or you will have obtained it by the time of appointment.
 * You can provide evidence of excellent study results.
 * Your teaching competences are in line with the University of Antwerp's educational vision.
 * Your research qualities are in line with the faculty and university research policies.
 * You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation.

## Description

* You will actively work on the preparation and defence of a PhD thesis in the field of Electronics-ICT: Artificial Intelligence. This PhD project focuses on the development of intelligent control algorithms for inland waterway vessels, using machine learning, with the aim of controlling the vessel in an optimal and efficient manner. In this context, control is formulated as a trade-off between different objectives, such as minimising energy consumption, ensuring smooth vessel operation (without abrupt manoeuvres), complying with regulations, and reaching the destination on time. In addition, the optimal use of hybrid propulsion systems (such as engines and batteries) and other energy consumers on board, such as cargo climate control and hotel loads, is taken into account. The system learns from data and adapts to changing conditions, enabling it to make balanced and sustainable decisions in real time.
 * You will publish scientific articles, related to the research project.
 * In addition to project-based research, you will also be responsible for a limited range of support tasks, related to teaching and/or research management within the Department of Electronics and Information and Communication Technology.


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