Q: Is a Master's thesis at ITR a prerequisite for a PhD position?
A: No, we hire a diverse team of people with different backgrounds, including studies in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or psychology. Some have written their Master's thesis at ITR, while many come from other universities.
Q: Are PhDs paid?
A: Yes, PhDs receive full-time contracts under TV-L 13, which enable a good life in Munich.
A: LSR and ITR are sister chairs, closely related in theme and working closely together. ITR was founded in 2008 by Prof. Sandra Hirche, who completed her PhD at LSR. While LSR is the chair for classical control technology and robotics, ITR focuses on topics such as data-driven and networked control, as well as addressing uncertainties in models in safety-critical applications. These topics are becoming increasingly important in many robotic applications, particularly in areas of human-machine interaction.
