Postdoctoral opportunity at the University of Michigan

[Cong Shi]

Applications are invited for a postdoc position within the Department of Industrial and Operations Engineering at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. This postdoc will work closely with Professor Cong Shi and Professor Jessie Yang, and their doctoral students to develop algorithms aimed at modeling and facilitating trustworthy multi-human multi-robot interaction.

We are seeking candidates who exhibit:

• Proficiency in designing and implementing reinforcement learning algorithms, particularly within the domain of human-agent/robot interaction.
• A robust track record of publications in reputable Computer Science, Operations Research, Statistics, or Electrical Engineering conferences or journals.
• Motivation to excel, the ability for critical thinking, and the ambition to develop systems that interact with humans in real time.

The position includes:

• A contract for one year, extendable to a second, offering a salary that reflects the candidate's experience.
• An engaging, collaborative, and interdisciplinary research setting.
• An opportunity for a close partnership with the US Air Force Research Lab.

Candidates interested in applying should submit their CV, a statement of interest highlighting relevant expertise, and one representative paper or article to Professors Jessie Yang (xij...@umich.edu) and Cong Shi (shi...@umich.edu). Applications are due by June 20, 2024; however, the position will remain open until filled.