Postdoctoral Researcher in Robot Learning: KU Leuven’s robot-learning group is looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to engage in innovative research at the intersection of machine learning and robotics.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | KU Leuven, Belgium |
| Starting Date | Spring/Summer 2026 |
| Duration | 2-3 Years |
| Supervisor | Renaud Detry |
| Announcement Date | January 19, 2026 |
| Status | Open |
Research Area
- Machine Learning
- Robotics
- Data-driven Computer Vision
Eligibility/Qualification
- A Ph.D. in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- A strong track record in machine learning, data-driven computer vision, or robot learning.
Job Description
- Conduct research and publish findings in top-tier journals and conferences in robotics, computer vision, and machine learning.
- Co-supervise Ph.D. students.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit the following documents:
- Cover Letter (
cover-letter.md), produced by filling out the provided form (submitted as Markdown, not PDF). - Curriculum Vitae (
cv.pdf), highlighting at most 3 standout items in yellow, such as:
- A published scientific paper
- Awards/recognition
- Relevant achievements from the Ph.D. program
- Proof of English proficiency (if available) (
language-cert.pdf).
SUBMIT these files by email to: kuleuven-postdoc-2026a@renaud-detry.net. Do not apply via the university’s job site or compress documents into archives.
Last Date for Applying
Applications will be evaluated until the position is filled, with preference given to applications submitted before April 15, 2026.
