PhD Position in Sim2Real and Vision-Language-Action Foundation Models for Robotics at BITS Pilani

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani) is inviting applications for a PhD position under the Wipro WIN Research Fellowship. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in advancing research in Sim2Real and Vision-Language-Action (VLA) Foundation Models for robot control and factory coordination. The research aims to drive technological innovation in smart technologies, sustainability, and cross-domain solutions, contributing to the competitive edge of WIN. The position is supervised by Professor Abhijit Das, a researcher in machine learning and computer vision, based in Hyderabad, India. The project will leverage advanced techniques in robotics, computer vision, and artificial intelligence, with a focus on integrating vision, language, and action models for real-world robotic applications. Applicants should have experience in Python and PyTorch. Additional exposure to robotics or computer vision is highly desirable. Candidates are expected to submit a CV detailing their educational qualifications, research experience, and any published research papers. The Wipro WIN Research Fellowship offers a competitive stipend of INR 37,000 per month plus 27% HRA, with an increase after two years. The fellowship also includes domestic and international travel support and contingency funds for project-related work. Applications are open until the position is filled. Interested candidates should send their CV to [email protected]. For more information, refer to the LinkedIn profile of Professor Abhijit Das or the official announcement.