PhD -Human factors of automated vehicles
PhD @ResearchTweet posted 4 weeks ago in Psychology , in Public Health Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Experience No Preference
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Qualifications Master’s
Job Description
Understanding driver response to automated vehicles, and how factors such as fatigue and distraction affect performance. Investigating driver state during and after automation, especially eye movements and driver attention. Understanding the interaction between automated vehicles and other road users, establishing the value of external communication for smooth traffic flow in a mixed environment.
Full description
We have opportunities for prospective postgraduate researchers in the Human Factors and Safety research group. Example projects and funding opportunities can be found in our PhD directory.
In addition to the research study associated with a specific project, prospective students can also suggest their own topic. In this case, we ask prospective students to contact possible supervisors for an informal discussion, before submitting a research proposal.
Why do your PhD at Leeds?
Study in an active research environmentÂ
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The Leeds Doctoral College connects our community of researchers and can offer you the guidance, services and opportunities you’ll need to get the most out of your PhD.
Close industry linksÂ
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Useful links and further reading:
- Research degrees within the Institute of Transport Studies
- Human Factors and Safety research
- Institute of Transport Studies, Research and InnovationÂ
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How to apply
Formal applications for research degree study should be made online through the University’s website.
Contact details
For queries relating to your research proposal or subject area, please contact Professor Natasha Merat.
For general enquiries and details regarding the application process, please contact the Graduate School Office:
e:Â env-pgr@leeds.ac.uk, t: +44 (0)113 343 5326.