Postdoctoral Research Scientist

4 weeks ago


North Reading, Massachusetts, United States Amazon Full time
About the Role

Amazon is seeking a talented Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join our Amazon Robotics team for a one-year, full-time research position. As a key member of our team, you will innovate in key areas of machine learning, reinforcement learning, and foundational models for robotic manipulation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Research vision: Identify areas of focus in the rapidly developing field of robotic manipulation
  • Research delivery: Prove or disprove strategies and methodologies, innovate and iterate ML solutions for robotic manipulation
  • Research results: Publish your innovation in top-tier academic venues and hone your presentation skills
A Day in the Life

Be inspired by challenges and opportunities to invent cutting-edge techniques in your area(s) of expertise. Work closely with a senior science advisor, collaborate with other scientists and engineers, and be part of Amazon's vibrant and diverse global science community.

About the Team

The Manipulation Research Team aims to answer ambiguous open questions in the domain of robotic manipulation. We focus on generalizable machine learning models and multi-modalities in robotic grasping to impact a broad range of robotic manipulation applications across Amazon Fulfillment Network (AFN).

Basic Qualifications
  • PhD in a relevant field, received within 2 years of starting the program
  • Proven publication record in Machine Learning, Robotics, Computer Vision, AI, Computer Science, Econ, or other related technical fields
  • Experience in robotic manipulation science and research
  • Proficiency in technologies relevant to the subfield
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to independently deliver results in a fast-paced environment
  • Publications at top-tier, peer-reviewed conferences and/or journals
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Expert knowledge in modeling and performance, and scalability of scientific techniques and establishing decision strategies
Required Application Materials
  • CV, which lists all peer-reviewed publications and conferences
  • Research statement that outlines your research achievements and future research interests
  • A journal article or book chapter that demonstrates your domain expertise

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/disability-accommodations/.



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