Summary:
Inria Saclay, in collaboration with the University College London, is seeking a highly motivated Post-Doctoral Researcher to contribute to groundbreaking research at the intersection of artificial intelligence and control systems.
Postdoctoral Researcher – Scientific Computing and Artificial Intelligence, University College London, UK
Designation:
Post-Doctoral Research Visit
Table:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Contract Type | Fixed-term contract |
| Level of Qualifications | PhD or equivalent |
| Experience Level | Up to 3 years |
| Gross Salary | €2,788 per month |
| Duration of Contract | 2 years (12 months in France, 12 months in London) |
Research Area:
Optimization and control of dynamic systems; Scientific computing; Artificial Intelligence.
Location:
Palaiseau, France and University College London, UK
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in control theory, artificial intelligence, or a closely related discipline.
- Strong theoretical background in Lyapunov stability analysis and optimization-based control design.
- Recognized expertise in AI methods, including machine learning and data-driven modeling.
- Significant publication record in leading international journals and conferences.
Job Description:
The Post-Doctoral Researcher will:
- Develop methodologies to compute safety and stability certificates based on neural network parameterizations of Lyapunov functions.
- Investigate the expressivity of feedforward and implicit neural networks.
- Propose a curriculum learning strategy to transition between activation functions.
- Compute control laws using data-driven control Lyapunov functions.
- Organize team meetings, write progress reports, and present findings.
- If funding allows, co-supervise MSc students.
- Publish results in relevant journals and conferences.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must submit their applications online through the Inria website. Ensure to include your email address to save your application.
Last Date to Apply:
October 1, 2026
For more detailed information, candidates can refer to the research proposal and reach out to Prof. Giorgio Valmorbida at giorgio.valmorbida@inria.fr for inquiries.
