Summary
The IDeaLS Lab at AI4I, Italy’s national AI center, is seeking two highly motivated Postdoctoral Researchers with expertise in Software Engineering, Robotics, and AI-enabled Cyber-Physical Systems. The successful candidates will contribute to cutting-edge research in MLOps and intelligent software pipelines, working in collaboration with top research groups both nationally and internationally.
Postdoctoral Researchers in Software Engineering & Robotics, Turin, Italy
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Position Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Software Engineering, Robotics, AI-enabled Cyber-Physical Systems |
| Location | Turin, Italy (On-site) |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in Software Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, AI, or closely related areas |
| Salary Range | €30,000 – €55,000 gross per year, depending on experience |
| Expected Start Date | As soon as possible in 2026 |
| Duration | 2 years (renewable) |
| Supervisor | Sebastiano Panichella |
| Affiliation | AI4I – The Italian Institute for Artificial Intelligence |
Job Description
The postdoctoral researchers will be responsible for:
- Designing MLOps pipelines for autonomous and AI-enabled cyber-physical systems (AI-CPS), including UAVs and other intelligent robots.
- Developing adaptive learning and deployment frameworks enabling secure, trustworthy, and robust operation of AI models embedded in CPS.
- Conducting empirical and experimental studies at scale (simulation + real-world robotics testbeds).
- Collaborating with robotics experts, software engineers, and industry partners within AI4I.
- Publishing research findings in top-tier Software Engineering and Robotics venues (ICSE, ASE, ICRA, IROS, TSE, JSS, etc.).
- Mentoring junior researchers, PhD students, and engineers in the lab.
- Contributing to the development of research prototypes and demonstrators for industrial partners and supporting proposals for national/international funding.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents in a single PDF:
- CV with list of publications
- Brief research statement (1–2 pages)
- Link to GitHub or personal webpage (if available)
- Names of two references
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Last Date to Apply
30 April 2026
For those passionate about shaping the future of AI security and wanting to contribute to innovative research, please consider applying! Let’s build secure AI together!
