PhD and Postdoctoral Positions in Neuroscience, Robotics, and Embodied AI at EPFL Neuroengineering Laboratory École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne in Switzerland

EPFL’s Neuroengineering Laboratory, led by Professor Pavan Ramdya, is recruiting for PhD student and postdoctoral fellow positions, with an additional mention of software engineer roles. The lab studies neuroscience, robotics, and embodied AI through a neuroengineering approach.

The group’s research focuses on reverse-engineering the fly (Drosophila melanogaster) to understand how animals learn about the world and generate flexible motor behaviors. Their work aims to uncover general principles of biological intelligence and translate them into better artificial systems and robots. The lab uses microscopy, machine learning, genetics, and computational modeling, and is part of EPFL’s Brain Mind Institute and Institute of Bioengineering in the School of Life Sciences.

The post highlights that the lab has received an ERC Advanced Grant to study fly limb motor control and build better robots. This suggests a well-funded research environment, although no stipend, salary, or tuition details are provided in the post.

Applicants with interests or experience in neuroscience, robotics, embodied AI, motor control, computational neuroscience, machine learning, or bioengineering are likely to fit the lab’s research direction. The announcement does not list formal eligibility requirements, language requirements, or an application deadline.

Interested candidates should visit the lab website and follow the application instructions there. The lab page is the best source for current openings and contact details.