Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Machine Learning

Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Machine Learning

Department of Engineering Science, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PJ

We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Machine Learning to join the Visual Geometry Group (VGG), in central Oxford. The post is funded by Toyota Motor Europe and is fixed-term for 1 year with a possible extension.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, you will help ensure a healthy and vibrant research environment within the VGG. This will involve conducting research in deep learning, at the intersection of reinforcement learning, deep learning and computer vision, in order to train effective robotic agents in simulation.

You should hold a relevant PhD/DPhil (or near completion) in Machine Learning, Computer Vision or Robotics. You should have a strong publication record at the principal international computer vision, machine learning or robotics conferences, and should hold sufficient theoretical and practical knowledge of deep learning methodologies.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr. João Henriques.

Only online applications received before midday on the 2nd June 2025 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, including a brief statement of research interests (describing how past experience and future plans fit with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.

• Contact Person: Dr João Henriques


• Vacancy ID: 179576


• Contact Phone:


• Closing Date & Time: 02-Jun-2025 12:00


• Pay Scale: RESEARCH GRADE 7


• Contact Email: joao@robots.ox.ac.uk


• Salary (£): Grade 7: £38,674 - £46,913 per annum (Inclusive of Oxford University Weighting)

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Reporting to the Principal Investigator, you will help ensure a healthy and vibrant research environment within the VGG. This will involve conducting research in deep learning, at the intersection of reinforcement learning, deep learning and computer vision, in order to train effective robotic agents in simulation.
You should hold a relevant PhD/DPhil (or near completion) in Machine Learning, Computer Vision or Robotics. You should have a strong publication record at the principal international computer vision, machine learning or robotics conferences, and should hold sufficient theoretical and practical knowledge of deep learning methodologies.

We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Machine Learning to join the Visual Geometry Group (VGG), in central Oxford. The post is funded by Toyota Motor Europe and is fixed-term for 1 year with a possible extension.