Postdoctoral Fellow - Robotics Institute

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Single- and multi-robot decision-making
Perception-aware navigation
Multi-modal and foundation-model-based approaches
This position will require an in depth knowledge of a specialized field, process, or discipline and may involve organizing and implementing complex research plans, the development of methods of research, testing and data collection, analysis and evaluation, and writing reports which contain descriptive, analytical and evaluative content

Job Summary

  • This position will require an in depth knowledge of a specialized field, process, or discipline and may involve organizing and implementing complex research plans, the development of methods of research, testing and data collection, analysis and evaluation, and writing reports which contain descriptive, analytical and evaluative content.
  • Postdoctoral researchers are expected to lead research projects within one of the focus areas above, publish in leading robotics, computer vision, and machine learning venues, and contribute to proposal development and sponsor reporting.
  • Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.

Matching Summary

This position will require an in depth knowledge of a specialized field, process, or discipline and may involve organizing and implementing complex research plans, the development of methods of research, testing and data collection, analysis and evaluation, and writing reports which contain descriptive, analytical and evaluative content.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Single- and multi-robot decision-making
  • Perception-aware navigation
  • Multi-modal and foundation-model-based approaches
  • Action policy learning
  • Latent-space representations
  • Publish in leading venues
  • System integration and field evaluations

Nice-to-have

  • Creative and energetic
  • Bridge algorithmic innovation with real-system deployment
  • Leadership skills
  • Scientific rigor and strong engineering execution
  • Works closely with corporate and government sponsors

Key Requirements

  • Doctorate Degree
  • Strong Analytical Skills
  • Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills
  • Strong Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Strong Problem-Solving and Reasoning Skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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