Postdoctoral Research Assistant at University of Oxford (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the Postdoctoral Research Assistant position in Multi-Robot Scouting at the University of Oxford, UK. This is a fully funded 24-month research position offered by the Oxford Robotics Institute and the Department of Engineering Science. The project is funded by the European Space Agency (ESA) and focuses on advanced multi-robot systems for exploration and scouting in challenging environments. The position is open to candidates who have recently completed or are about to complete their PhD. There is no application fee.  You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: Postdoctoral (PhD required)
• Host Country: United Kingdom
• University: University of Oxford
• Application Deadline: 29 April 2026 (Midday – 12:00)
• Duration: 24 months (fixed term)
• Salary: £39,424 – £47,779 per annum
• Nationality: Open to all nationalities

What This Position Offers:

• A competitive annual salary between £39,424 and £47,779
• Full-time employment contract for 24 months
• Opportunity to work with advanced Unitree A2 legged/wheeled robots
• Access to state-of-the-art simulation and real robot testing facilities
• Collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA) on planetary exploration projects
• Experience in multi-robot coordination, locomotion, and loco-manipulation

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Hold or be close to completing a PhD/DPhil in Robotics, Computer Science, Machine Learning, AI, Informatics, or a closely related field
• Have a strong academic track record in relevant research areas
• Possess hands-on experience working with real robots
• Have excellent skills in at least one of these areas: path/motion planning, locomotion, manipulation, whole-body control, machine learning, or optimisation
• Demonstrate good team-working and communication skills

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Eligible Fields / Research Areas:

• Robotics
• Computer Science
• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Informatics
• Control Systems
• Mechanical Engineering (with robotics focus)

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How to Apply:

1. Visit the official University of Oxford job portal before the deadline.
2. Prepare and upload the following documents:
   • Covering letter / Supporting statement (including your research interests and how you fit the position)
   • Updated CV
   • Details of two academic referees

Deadline: 29 April 2026 (12:00 midday)

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