PhD Position in Interactive Robot Learning at VU Amsterdam

Join VU Amsterdam as a PhD researcher on interactive robot learning, collaborating with the University of Amsterdam and Hybrid Intelligence Center. Apply by June 15, 2025.

A PhD position is available at VU Amsterdam in collaboration with the University of Amsterdam and the Hybrid Intelligence Center, focusing on interactive robot learning.

The successful candidate will:

• Develop novel interactive learning algorithms using state-of-the-art reinforcement learning techniques for assistive perception and collaborative manipulation.
• Conduct user studies in simulation and real-world settings using the Franka Emika robot.
• Collaborate with the supervisory team and consortium members.
• Disseminate research through publications in conferences and journals, and workshops at venues like HRI, CoRL, and IROS.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in AI, Robotics, or related fields, strong machine learning knowledge, and programming skills.

Apply by June 15, 2025, via this link.

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