The Corso Group (COG) at the University of Michigan is recruiting 2–3 PhD students for the 2025–2026 academic year. The group, led by Professor Jason Corso, is internationally recognized for its pioneering work in visual AI, video understanding, human-in-the-loop systems, and interactive physical systems. Research areas for the new PhD positions include human–AI collaboration in the physical world, foundational machine learning (datasets, embeddings, learning structure), procedural and instructional computer vision, physical AI, sim2real, and AI for healthcare and robotics. Applicants are not required to have prior publications, making this an accessible opportunity for motivated students from diverse backgrounds. The group encourages applications from all backgrounds and recruits through the Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), and Robotics (ROB) PhD programs at the University of Michigan. The COG is a vibrant research environment with ongoing projects in foundational AI, human+AI teams for real-world problem solving (e.g., rural healthcare, mechanics), and bridging the sim2real gap. Professor Corso is also known for founding Voxel51, but these positions are unrelated to that company. Funding for these PhD positions is fully provided by the university, covering tuition, stipend, and health insurance. The application process involves submitting an interest form specific to the Corso Group, in addition to the standard university application. The group values thoughtful, earnest applications and provides resources such as a Scholarship CV Review Tool to help applicants prepare strong materials. The deadline to submit your interest is December 15, 2025, with interviews beginning in December. For more information, visit Professor Corso's academic page or the group's recruiting form. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, robotics, and healthcare applications to join a leading research group at a top U.S. institution.

The Corso Group at the University of Michigan, led by Professor Jason Corso, is recruiting for multiple full-time staff positions to support several funded projects in artificial intelligence, robotics, and machine learning. The group is part of the College of Engineering and collaborates with the Robotics Department, Michigan AI Laboratory, and Electrical and Computer Engineering. Research focuses on human-AI teams, physically-grounded and continually learning AI agents, computer vision, reinforcement learning, and interactive systems that guide humans through complex tasks. Projects may span application domains such as healthcare and education, with an emphasis on generalization and societal impact. Openings include: Postdoctoral/Research Fellow : Lead research in computer vision, machine learning, AI, and robotics. Responsibilities include developing models, designing physical infrastructure, conducting user studies, publishing in top venues, and mentoring students. Requires a PhD in a relevant field, strong publication record, and expertise in Python and ML frameworks. Technical Project Manager : Coordinate research software development, manage project schedules, facilitate collaboration, and support open-source releases. Requires a bachelor’s or higher in computer science or related field, 3-5 years of experience, and strong project management skills. Advanced degrees and experience with federally funded research are preferred. Senior Software Engineer : Lead software design and development for AI and robotics systems, focusing on Python, ML frameworks, and system architecture. Requires a bachelor’s or higher in a relevant field, 3-5 years of experience, and proficiency in modern software development practices. Hourly Student Positions : Available for University of Michigan students to support research and engineering tasks. All positions are based in Ann Arbor, MI, with hybrid work options available. The group values elegant software engineering, open-source contributions, and impactful research. Funding is secured for all roles, with competitive salaries for full-time staff and hourly rates for students. Application deadlines for most positions are March 31, 2026. Applicants should apply directly via the University of Michigan careers portal, submitting a cover letter and resume as instructed in each job posting. Key research areas include artificial intelligence, robotics, machine learning, computer vision, reinforcement learning, human-AI interaction, and software engineering. The Corso Group offers a collaborative, innovative environment with opportunities for professional growth and contribution to cutting-edge research.