PhD Position: Generative AI & Reinforcement Learning for Humanoid Robotics
A fully funded PhD position is available at SUPSI, focusing on Generative AI and Reinforcement Learning for humanoid robotics. Apply by September 15, 2025.
A PhD position is available at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI) in Lugano, Switzerland, focusing on Generative AI and Reinforcement Learning for humanoid robotics.
The LEON robotics team is seeking a candidate to conduct cutting-edge research in intelligent control and generative AI techniques within a fully equipped robotics lab.
- Research Focus: Development of Generative AI and Reinforcement Learning methods for humanoid and legged robotic systems
- Experimental validation on physical platforms
- Collaboration with the LEON robotics team: https://leon.idsia.ch
- Publication in top-tier international conferences and journals
Lab Infrastructure Includes:
- Unitree G1 humanoid robot
- 2 robot dogs
- 2 robotic manipulators
- Dedicated workstation
- 2 GPU servers for large-scale training and simulation
Learn more about the LEON robotics team
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in robotics, mechanical engineering, automation, or related field
- Strong programming skills in Python
- Passion for AI-driven robotics research
- Teamwork, autonomy, and excellent English communication skills
Key Details:
- Application Deadline: September 15, 2025
- Start Date: December 1, 2025 (or to be agreed)
- Employment: 100%, fully funded
- Location: Lugano, Switzerland
- Duration: 2 years (with possibility of extension)
- Apply Now
- Contact for inquiries: Dr. Loris Roveda
Tags: PhD Position, Generative AI, Reinforcement Learning, Humanoid Robotics, SUPSI, LEON robotics team, AI-driven robotics