Postdoc Scholar in Computer Science & Engineering -Embodied Autonomy

Position Overview

Postdoc Employee.

Salary range: $69,073 – $82,836.

Anticipated start:
Jan 15, 2026.

Review timeline:
Applications will be accepted until Dec 5, 2025; thereafter they will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

• Open date:
  Nov 21, 2025
• Review date:
  Dec 5, 2025 at 11:59 pm Pacific Time
• Final date:
  Jun 30, 2026 at 11:59 pm Pacific Time

Full‑time Postdoctoral Scholar in embodied agents across virtual and physical environments. The position focuses on research at the intersection of computer graphics, generative AI, and robotics, encompassing topics such as generative modeling, reinforcement learning, multi‑agent simulation, and intelligent control. The goal is to develop agents—whether virtual humans in simulated environments or physical robots—that make context‑aware decisions grounded in their own beliefs, goals, and perceptual understanding.

This is an open research area. The initial appointment is for two years, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability.

• Engage in research on embodied agents, generative modeling, reinforcement learning, multi‑agent simulation, and intelligent control.
• Publish in peer‑reviewed venues such as SIGGRAPH, Euro graphics, IEEE TVCG, ICRA, CVPR, NeurIPS, and ICML.
• Mentor students and collaborate effectively in research environments.

• Basic qualifications: Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Preferred qualifications: Demonstrated excellence in graphics, robotics, or AI; experience mentoring students; contributions to top‑tier publications; research experience in reinforcement learning for embodied agents; familiarity with simulation engines such as Unity and Isaac Sim; commitment to the UCR mission.

• Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover Letter (including area(s) of research specialization).
• Optional:
  Three letters of reference.

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Riverside, CA.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law.