The Department of Aeronautics is expanding its team!

We are looking for a motivated and talented individual to join us as a Research Assistant.

Research Assistant

Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences, University of Zagreb
Fixed-term contract (6 years), full-time

We are seeking a Research Assistant to work on the project Achieving Human-Machine Collaboration with Artificial Situational Awareness – AWARE, as part of the program Career Development Project for Young Researchers – Education of New PhDs.
The selected candidate will develop an academic career through a PhD program and participate in research combining artificial intelligence and aeronautics.


Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in research activities of the AWARE project
  • Collaborate with the research team, mentors, and PhD students
  • Prepare scientific papers, reports, and project presentations
  • Contribute to the design and execution of simulations and experimental tests
  • Follow relevant literature and emerging technologies in AI, aeronautics, and transport
  • Support the organization of seminars, workshops, and other project-related activities

Note: The candidate must enroll in a PhD program and fulfill all related obligations.


Requirements

  • Master’s degree in technical sciences
  • Interest in research and development in AI and aeronautics
  • Excellent command of English and Croatian
  • Willingness to enroll in a PhD program

What We Offer

  • Full-time position for 6 years
  • Mentorship and guidance during the PhD program
  • Opportunity to work on an exciting research project
  • Participation in domestic and international scientific conferences
  • Dynamic research and academic environment
  • Material benefits in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, including a gross salary of €2,050
  • Transportation allowance and annual bonus

The full text of the call for applications (in Croatian) is available at the following link: APPLY HERE

All application rules and instructions are provided in the official call.

If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact us at: tradisic@fpz.unizg.hr