RobotX Postdoctoral Position

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You can instead create a job alert here .Thank you for your application An email confirmation has been sent to your email.Receive job alerts that match your preferences.ETH Zürich is well known for its excellent education, ground-breaking fundamental research and for implementing its results directly into practice.RobotX, the center for robotics at ETH Zurich, is continuously searching for excellent and motivated Postdoctoral Researchers eager to advance the field of robotics through innovative research.The affiliated research groups of the center offer a broad spectrum of research topics in robotics, including but not limited to:Soft and Musculoskeletal Robotics: Designing and fabricating bioinspired robots using compliant materials for adaptable and safe interactions in an unstructured world.Robotic Locomotion and Manipulation: Creating innovative solutions for legged robots and robotic manipulators to enhance mobility and interaction in complex terrains.Biohybrid Robots: Creating robots from living cells, tissues, and synthetic materials that are powered by chemical energy and can interact with and reason about the world.Perception and Computer Vision: Advancing techniques in 3D modeling, object recognition, and environment perception to improve robotic sensing capabilities.Human-Robot Interaction: Investigating sensory-motor actions and interactions between humans and machines to enable or enhance supportive or cooperative tasks.Computational Design and Fabrication: Leveraging numerical simulations, computational methods, and surrogate machine learning to create bioinspired and efficient robotic designs.Reinforcement Learning and Machine Learning: Applying data-driven approaches to enable robots to learn and adapt to new tasks and environments.Autonomous Vehicles and Transportation Networks: Focusing on planning and control strategies for autonomous cars and integrated transportation systems.Motion Planning and Control: Developing advanced algorithms for autonomous navigation, control, and decision-making in dynamic environments.Safety-Critical Robotic Systems: Ensuring high performance and reliability in robots operating in uncertain and variable conditions, particularly in systems involving human interactions.ProfileOutstanding academic record from a top university.Demonstrated experience relevant to one or more research topics listed above.Excellent problem-solving abilities and a passion for research.Strong programming skills and proficiency with robotic frameworks are a plus.We offerYour career with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive change in society.You can expect numerous benefits, such as public transport season tickets and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ, childcare and attractive pension benefits.In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.Curious? So are we.We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents in a single merged PDF document, titled with your last name and initials as well as the application date (for example, 20250301_DoeJane_application) in the following order:Cover letter detailing your research motivation, interests, and experienceAcademic transcripts of all degrees in English (Bachelor\'s and Master\'s)Three professional reference contacts, including an email and a direct phone number to reach themA publication or thesis work sampling your academic reasoning and writingPlease note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.Further information about Department can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Ms. Federica Poltronieri, email [emailprotected] (no applications).ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.ETH Zürich is well known for its excellent education, ground-breaking fundamental research and for implementing its results directly into practice. #J-18808-Ljbffr