PhD Position in Humanoid Robots: The Human Centered Robotics team (HUCEBOT) at Inria Center of the University of Lorraine is offering a PhD position focused on generating expressive motions for humanoid robots. This project, funded by the ANR project OSTENSIVE, aims to make robotic motion more natural and expressive, enhancing human-robot communication.
PhD Position in Generating Expressive Motions for Humanoid Robots
Designation:
PhD Position (F/M) – Generating Expressive Motions for Humanoid Robots
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Robotics and Smart Environments |
| Location | Villers lès Nancy, France |
| Contract Type | Fixed-term contract (3 years) |
| Start Date | October 1, 2025 |
| Salary | €2200 gross/month |
| Deadline to Apply | July 16, 2025 |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Graduate degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, AI, or a related field.
- Strong programming skills (Python, C++).
- Background in robotics or mechatronics.
- Excellent skills/experience in reinforcement learning, optimization, numerical optimization, and/or generative AI models.
- Proficiency in English (French is a plus, but not required).
Description:
The selected candidate will design expressive motions for humanoid robots, focusing on communication effectiveness and human-likeness. The assignment involves:
- Reviewing state-of-the-art techniques in motion generation.
- Collaborating with engineers to implement and test behaviors on real robots.
- Engaging in joint experiments with partners from the OSTENSIVE project.
- Utilizing low-level control libraries and optimization techniques to refine motion generation.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must submit their applications online through the Inria website. Ensure to include a valid email address to save your application.
Last Date for Apply:
July 16, 2025
For more information, please contact the PhD Supervisor, Serena Ivaldi at serena.ivaldi@inria.fr.
