Summary: The Causal Intelligence Lab at the Halıcıoğlu Data Science Institute, UC San Diego, is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to advance world models and vision-language-action systems powered by causal reasoning. The role offers a flexible start date, strong research support, and the chance to work at the frontiers of embodied AI.
Causal Intelligence Lab, Halıcıoğlu Data Science Institute, UC San Diego
Summary Table
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Research Area | World Models, VLA Models, Reinforcement Learning, Causal AI |
| Location | Causal Intelligence Lab, HDSI, UC San Diego |
| Duration | 1–3 years (flexible start date) |
| Application Mode | Email (single PDF) |
| Last Date to Apply | Rolling until filled |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
World models, vision-language-action models, reinforcement learning, causal AI, and related areas. Experience with real robots, distributed training, large datasets, or sim-to-real transfer is a plus.
Location
Causal Intelligence Lab
Halıcıoğlu Data Science Institute
University of California, San Diego
Eligibility / Qualification
You should have:
- A PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field (completed by the start date).
- A strong foundation in at least one of the following: VLA models, world models, reinforcement learning.
- Bonus experience in real robotic systems, large-scale training, distributed systems, or sim-to-real workflows.
Job Description
You’ll work with the Causal Intelligence Lab to design and develop next-generation causal world models and VLA systems. The role involves leading research projects, collaborating with lab members, using advanced compute and robotic platforms, and contributing to high-quality publications. The environment is supportive, flexible, and designed to help you push the boundaries of embodied and causal AI.
How to Apply
Send one PDF containing your CV and a brief 1-page research plan to:
bih007@ucsd.edu
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Last Date to Apply
Rolling until the position is filled.
