Post-doc position in Artificial Intelligence at Delft University of Technology on model-based reinforcement learning (RL) in the context of automated vehicles.

The position is embedded in the Horizon 2020 project MEDIATOR, which addresses the issue of sharing control between a human driver and an automated vehicle. The project develops a mediating system for drivers in semi-automated vehicles, resulting in safe switching between the human driver and the automated system based on who is fittest to drive. You will collaborate with experts across Europe to optimize safety potential of vehicle automation during the transition to full automation.

This Post-doc position focuses on the intelligent decision-making components of the mediating system. You will be developing novel (model-based) reinforcement learning techniques in a problem domain that poses strict safety constraints and involves interaction with both automated systems and human users. You will need to address key RL challenges such as dealing with several sources of uncertainty, guaranteeing safe behavior and acting in a manner that is explainable and intuitive to the user.

You will become part of the Algorithmics research group at Delft University of Technology. In this group, we aim to design, and understand fundamental properties of, algorithms for intelligent decision making in real-world applications. Both within the research group as well as in the broader university context a significant amount of RL research is taking place, providing you with ample opportunities for collaboration.

We are looking for excellent candidates who meet the following requirements:

•  a PhD degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics, Operations Research, or 
   a closely related field;
•  affinity with interdisciplinary work;
•  good English speaking and writing skills.    

Fixed-term contract: Temporary, 2 years.

TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount for health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. An International Children’s Centre offers childcare and an international primary school. Dual Career Services offers support to accompanying partners. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities    

Technische Universiteit Delft

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognised level. Education, research and design are strongly oriented towards applicability. TU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. At TU Delft you will work in an environment where technical sciences and society converge. TU Delft comprises eight faculties, unique laboratories, research institutes and schools.

Faculty Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science

The Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) is known worldwide for its high academic quality and the societal relevance of its research programmes. The faculty’s excellent facilities accentuate its international position in teaching and research. Within this interdisciplinary and international setting the faculty employs over 1100 people, including 225 permanent scientific staff and 500 PhD students. Together they work on a broad range of technical innovations in the fields of sustainable energy, telecommunications, microelectronics, embedded systems, computer and software engineering, interactive multimedia and applied mathematics. The faculty is responsible for the bachelor and master education of over 4000 students, of which the majority is enrolled in Computer Science programs.

The Faculty includes two Computer Science Departments (Intelligent Systems and Software Technology). The two departments closely work together both in research and in education. The departments jointly employ 60 faculty members as well as 10 teaching faculty aimed at supporting the delivery of world class computer science education at substantial scale.

The two departments conduct world leading research in the major computer science disciplines. Their research programs comprise a balanced mix of curiosity-driven foundational research, and use-inspired research in such application domains as health and well-being, creative industry, fintech, logistics, and energy.

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