The newly founded Institute for Machine Intelligence at Johannes Kepler University Linz studies how intelligent behavior emerges from learning systems interacting with the physical world. We develop algorithms and robotic platforms that enable machines to learn from experience, generalize beyond training conditions, and operate autonomously in complex environments to solve the toughest real-world challenges. We place special focus on the governing principles of the robotic body in conjunction with learning algorithms. Our ambition is to now build the next generation of robotic platforms that will help us answer key questions within this framework. We are looking for an enthusiastic personality who wants to commit to our mission.
Position highlights:
- Individually tailored mentoring and career development: Your success is our priority! You will receive close, individualized mentoring tailored to your strengths and career goals.
- Competitive salary: The salary is among the highest internationally and affords a very high quality of life in the beautiful city of Linz.
- Build a strong international network: We have close ties to leading research groups worldwide, including the MPI for Intelligent Systems, TU Darmstadt, and the University of Alberta. Visits, collaborations, and internships in both academia and industry are actively encouraged.
- Shape your environment: As one of the first scientific members of our newly founded institute, you have the unique opportunity to help define its culture, research agenda, and identity from the very start.
- JKU Linz: Modern research infrastructure, cafeteria with organic food, extensive sports facilities (USI), and a beautiful campus.
- Life in Linz: Beautifully situated on the Danube, with the Attersee, Traunsee, and the Alps just a short drive away. Well-connected to Vienna, Salzburg, and Munich. Affordable housing paired with a competitive salary makes Linz an exceptional place to live.
Excited? We'd love to hear from you! Please upload the following documents:
- A personal statement that describes why you want to pursue a doctorate at the Institute for Machine Intelligence as well as what particular aspect of this research area interests you.
- A complete CV in English.
- Transcript of records and certificates from your university degrees (M.Sc. degree and B.Sc. degree).
Please note: If your personal statement appears to be primarily AI generated, your chances of advancing may not be very high. We want to get to know you and why and what you want to research!
Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis, we encourage interested candidates to apply early. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
The Johannes Kepler University wishes to increase the proportion of academic female faculty and, for this reason, especially welcomes applications by qualified women. If applicants are equally qualified, a woman will be given preference for this position. The university welcomes applications from qualified applicants with disabilities. These applications will be given special consideration.
Space for your future? We look forward to receiving your application via our job portal. For further information, please contact: Univ. Prof. Dr. Dieter Büchler, P +43 732 2468 6212, E-mail:
[email protected].
