Postdoc Scholar in Computer Science & Engineering -Embodied Autonomy

Open date: November 21, 2025

Most recent review date: Friday, Dec 5, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of California, Riverside invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Scholar position in the area of embodied agents across virtual and physical environments. This position focuses on research at the intersection of computer graphics, generative AI, and robotics, encompassing topics such as generative modeling, reinforcement learning, multi-agent simulation, and intelligent control. The successful candidate will engage in research aimed at developing agents-whether virtual humans in simulated environments or physical robots-that make context-aware decisions grounded in their own beliefs, goals, and perceptual understanding.

This is an open research area position, and the department welcomes applicants from all areas of Computer Science & Engineering who demonstrate strong potential for impactful research and interdisciplinary collaboration. The initial appointment will be for two years, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and availability of funding. Salary will range from $69,073 to $82,836 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience, in accordance with University of California guidelines (see:  

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Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field by the time of appointment. Successful candidates will have a strong research record and experience relevant to their area of specialization. Preferred qualifications include demonstrated excellence in graphics, robotics, or AI, as well as experience mentoring students and/or contributing effectively in collaborative research environments.

To apply , candidates should submit a cover letter (which must include their area(s) of research specialization), a curriculum vitae (CV), and optionally, three letters of reference. Applications must be submitted through AP Recruit at /JPF
02190. Full consideration will be given to applications received by December 5, 2025, though the position will remain open until filled. Anticipated start date will be Jan 15, 2026. Selected applicants will be invited to interview via Zoom.

For more information about the Department of Computer Science & Engineering, please visit  Additional details regarding postdoctoral studies at UC Riverside can be found at .

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering or a closely related field by the time of appointment

Demonstrates excellence in graphics, robotics, or AI, as well as experience mentoring students and/or contributing effectively in collaborative research environments.

Proven research excellence through prior publications in top-tier peer-reviewed venues in computer graphics, robotics, and AI, such as SIGGRAPH, Euro graphics, IEEE TVCG, Computer Graphics Forum, RSS, ICRA, CVPR, NeurIPS, and ICML.

Research experience in reinforcement learning, especially in the context of embodied agents, crowd simulation, or decision-making under uncertainty.

Experience with simulation engines, such as Unity and Isaac…