Research Assistant - Environment Perception for Intelligent Vehicles

Job description 

The Intelligent Vehicles group at TU Delft (http://www.intelligent-vehicles.org) is seeking a Research Assistant with an interest in performing cutting edge research in the area of self-driving vehicles. The position is part of the EU project EVENTS (reliablE in-Vehicle pErception and decisioN-making in complex environmenTal conditionS).

The position involves the curation of large automotive datasets (e.g. EuroCity Person) involving camera, LiDAR and/or radar data, in order to make them available for benchmarking to the larger scientific community. A key aspect is the development of efficient (semi) automatic techniques for the generation of ground truth concerning 3D location of road users (e.g. vehicles) and detailed map data (e.g. lanes). 
 

Job requirements 

We are seeking applicants with a completed MSc Degree in AI / Robotics or related discipline. Prospective applicants should have a strong academic record with a solid background in Machine Learning. Knowledge in sensor data processing. Good programming skills (e.g. Python, C++) and knowledge of deep-learning frameworks (e.g. PyTorch) are expected. The successful candidate is expected to be able to act independently as well as to collaborate effectively with members of a larger team. Good English skills are required. The work takes place in Delft, The Netherlands.
 

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)

Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context.

At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.

Challenge. Change. Impact!

Faculty Mechanical Engineering

From chip to ship. From machine to human being. From idea to solution. Driven by a deep-rooted desire to understand our environment and discover its underlying mechanisms, research and education at the ME faculty focusses on fundamental understanding, design, production including application and product improvement, materials, processes and (mechanical) systems.

ME is a dynamic and innovative faculty with high-tech lab facilities and international reach. It’s a large faculty but also versatile, so we can often make unique connections by combining different disciplines. This is reflected in ME’s outstanding, state-of-the-art education, which trains students to become responsible and socially engaged engineers and scientists. We translate our knowledge and insights into solutions to societal issues, contributing to a sustainable society and to the development of prosperity and well-being. That is what unites us in pioneering research, inspiring education and (inter)national cooperation.

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Conditions of employment 

• Duration of contract is 3 months + 6 months (after EU EVENTS project extension) Temporary
• A job of 32-40 hours per week. 
• A salary based on Schaal 08 of the CAO for Dutch Universities with a salary between €3218 - €4298 gross per month based on a fulltime contract (38 hours), plus 8% holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.  
• An excellent pension scheme via the ABP. 
• The possibility to compile an individual employment package every year. 
• Discount with health insurers on supplemental packages. 
• Flexible working week. 
• Every year, 232 leave hours (at 38 hours). You can also sell or buy additional leave hours via the individual choice budget. 
• Plenty of opportunities for education, training and courses. 
• Partially paid parental leave 
• Attention for working healthy and energetically with the vitality program. 

Will you need to relocate to the Netherlands for this job? TU Delft is committed to make your move as smooth as possible! The HR unit, Coming to Delft Service, offers information on their website to help you prepare your relocation. In addition, Coming to Delft Service organises events to help you settle in the Netherlands, and expand your (social) network in Delft. A Dual Career Programme is available, to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands.  

Additional information

If you would like more information about this vacancy or the selection procedure, please contact Dariu Gavrila, via d.m.gavrila@tudelft.nl.
 

Application procedure

Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 2 June 2025 via the application button and upload the following documents:

• CV
• Motivational letter

You can address your application to Dariu Gavrila.

Please note:

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. 
• A pre-employment screening can be part of the selection procedure.
• For the final candidates, a knowledge security check will be part of the application procedure. For more information on this check, please consult Chapter 8 of the National Knowledge Security Guidelines. We carry out this check on the basis of legitimate interest.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.