Job description
The Robot Learning and Interaction group at Idiap is always open to speculative applications for postdocs, PhD students, and interns. Applications can be submitted at any time.
In addition to the usual CV, we strongly encourage applicants to clearly identify how they could contribute to our research activities. A clear research plan (one page maximum) will be given full attention.
For PhDs:
Appointments as a PhD student are typically for 3-4 years, conditional to successful progress, and should lead to a PhD dissertation, granted by the "Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)". The annual gross salary for a PhD student starts at CHF 67'000.- per year.
Working at Idiap in Martigny, the successful candidate will become a doctoral student at EPFL or UNIL and must be accepted for enrolment there before joining Idiap.
Candidates should hold a master degree in engineering, physics, computer science, or applied mathematics and demonstrate a strong background in statistics, linear algebra, C/C++ programming, Perl and/or Python scripting languages, and Linux environment.
For postdocs:
Postdoc appointments are typically for one year, with possibilities of renewal for a maximum of 2 years, conditional to performance. The annual gross salary for a postdoc starts at CHF 90'000.- per year.
Candidates should hold a PhD degree in engineering, physics, computer science, or applied mathematics and demonstrate excellent research experience in their field, a strong publication record, and the ability to do creative and significant research with relative autonomy.
For interns:
Our internships usually last a few months and are paid.
Applicants should also demonstrate a strong background in statistics, linear algebra, signal processing, C/C++ programming, Perl and/or Python scripting languages, and Linux environment.
About Idiap:
Idiap is a research institute of national importance that engages in fundamental research, education, and technology transfer in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and signal processing. Idiap offers competitive salaries and conditions in a young, high-quality, dynamic, and multicultural environment.
At Idiap, we place great emphasis on diversity and know that it fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity and being fair and inclusive.
Required languages:
* English: Advanced level
* French: Beginner level