Postdoctoral Research Associate - Mechanical Engineering

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Waco, TX, United States

This position is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the AVIA (Advanced Vehicle Intelligence and Autonomy) Lab in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Baylor University, focusing on research at the intersection of aerospace and artificial intelligence.

Required: A PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field (degree must be conferred before start date).

Preferred: Experience in reinforcement learning (deep RL, multi-agent RL), distributed optimization, task allocation, control, ROS/ROS2, MATLAB/Simulink, experimentation with aerial platforms.

• Design and execute research experiments; develop and document experimental procedures and protocols
• Operate and maintain advanced research instruments and testbeds
• Analyze data, verify accuracy, and develop recommendations based on results
• Build and maintain research databases and datasets; implement quality control procedures
• Prepare and submit manuscripts, conference papers, technical reports, and presentations
• Support grant proposal development and identify externally funded research opportunities
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to graduate and undergraduate students
• Support lab operations and research infrastructure
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.