Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Robot Learning: Join QUT’s Centre for Robotics (QCR) as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to contribute to pioneering research in robot learning. This is a unique opportunity to engage in a nationally significant collaboration, working with a vibrant team to advance learning from demonstration in robotic systems.
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
| Details | Description |
|---|---|
| Type | Full-time, fixed-term (24 months) |
| Level | Academic Level B |
| Salary | Starting from $114,000 AUD + 17% superannuation |
| Leave | 20 days annual leave + paid personal/sick leave |
| Location | QUT Gardens Point campus, Brisbane, Australia |
Research Area
- Learning from very few demonstrations
- Generalisation to new tasks, objects, and environments
- Combining imitation learning with control, planning, scene understanding, and LLM-driven reasoning
Eligibility/Qualification
- Completion of a PhD in robotics or a related field
- Strong background in robot learning, with publications at top-tier venues (CoRL, RSS, etc.)
- Proficiency in Python, PyTorch, and general software development on Linux
- Experience with robot hardware: arms, mobile bases, cameras, and sensors
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team
Job Description
As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will:
- Lead and contribute to cutting-edge research in robot learning at QCR and the ARIAM Hub
- Publish at top-tier venues in robotics and machine learning
- Collaborate with researchers, engineers, and students to build reusable robot learning systems
- Translate research into practical demonstrations, contributing to infrastructure robotics
- Co-supervise PhD and undergraduate students
- Actively participate in the QCR and ARIAM communities
How to Apply
To apply, please email the following materials to 📧 niko.suenderhauf@qut.edu.au:
- A short video introducing yourself, your previous work, and your research vision for the next two years
- Your CV, including a full list of publications
- A motivation letter and research plan (max 3 pages)
- Contact details for 1–2 referees, or attach reference letters
Last Date for Apply
Immediate start desirable; applications are open until the position is filled.
