RobotX Postdoctoral Fellowship 100%, Zurich, fixed-term 05.10.2026 | Center for Robotics

The RobotX Center at ETH Zurich seeks outstanding postdoctoral researchers for fellowships focused on building real-world robots. The position involves shaping research agendas, leading projects, publishing, and mentoring students across various robotics specializations, including soft robotics, locomotion, biohybrid robots, perception, and human-robot interaction. Applicants require a relevant doctoral degree, a strong publication record in robotics or ML, and demonstrated experience in at least one of the listed research areas, ideally with real hardware.

• As a RobotX postdoc, you shape your research agenda together with your host professor, lead your own projects, publish at top venues, and help mentor doctoral and Master's students.
• A strong publication record in leading robotics, machine learning, or related journals and conferences
• The ability to lead research independently and the motivation to mentor students

• A doctoral degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, computer science, robotics, bioengineering, materials science, or a closely related field, completed by August 2027
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the research areas above, ideally including work on real hardware