Research Associate (PostDoc) in Machine Learning for Robot Co-Design (Fixed Term)
University of Cambridge - Computer Science and Technology
| Location: | Cambridge |
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| Salary: | £43,878 to £45,163 |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
| Placed On: | 10th February 2025 |
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| Closes: | 20th February 2025 |
| Job Ref: | NR45016 |
Applications are invited for a Research Associate (Postdoc) to join the Prorok Lab in the Department of Computer Science and Technology, at the University of Cambridge, UK.
The Postdoc will work together with a team of students and research collaborators on the development of learning-based discovery of robot task/environment designs that are conducive to successful completion of the problem at hand. Particular focus will be on multi-robot and multi-agent problems (e.g., navigation, cooperative transport, team-based agent games). The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and substantial experience in machine learning at scale.
The Prorok Lab in the Dept. of Computer Science & Technology, has a variety of robotic platforms (aerial and ground), and boasts expertise in controlling and deploying them in practice, as well as in designing coordination strategies for them. Our recent work on ML-based co-optimization demonstrates some of our key research directions relevant for this position.
Candidates should have (or be near to completing) a PhD in Computer Science or a related subject, or relevant experience. A high degree of self-motivation, research-oriented thinking, and a drive for getting real robotic systems up and running are all essential traits in members of this lab.
To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click on the apply button above.
Applicants should contact Prof Amanda Prorok for further information.
Required documents include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a brief research statement, and contact information for three references.
Please quote reference NR45016 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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