The SciPhy Lab at Johns Hopkins University, led by incoming Assistant Professor Krishna Murthy Jatavallabhula, is recruiting multiple PhD students for Fall 2026. The lab focuses on the science of physical agents, with research spanning the full stack of robotics—from hardware and controller design to AI algorithms and physical intelligence. Applicants will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge topics such as 3D perception, SLAM/state estimation, differentiable simulation, vision-language 3D mapping, vision-language-action policies, world models, and tactile sensing. Johns Hopkins University is a leading institution in robotics and AI, with the new Data Science and AI Institute (DSAI) supporting a growing community of researchers.

The SciPhy Lab offers a collaborative environment for students interested in advancing the science and engineering of intelligent robots. The lab encourages applicants with backgrounds in robotics, computer science, AI, and related fields, especially those with experience in hardware, controls, and machine learning for robotics. PhD positions are typically fully funded, including tuition and a stipend, though applicants should consult the lab and university websites for specific details. The application deadline is December 15, 2024, and candidates should apply via the Computer Science PhD admissions portal at Johns Hopkins University.

For more information about the lab and its research, visit the SciPhy Lab webpage.