Senior researcher in robot learning – manipulation

Are you a passionate Ph D in Robotics, AI, or Computer Vision ready to shape the next frontier of robot skill learning and dexterous manipulation?At Eurecat, Southern Europe’s leading applied research center, we are looking for a visionary researcher to join our growing team and lead cutting-edge projects on mobile manipulators and human–robot collaboration.???? Senior Researcher in Robot Learning – Manipulation (Ph D required) ???????? Location : Cerdanyola del Vallès, Barcelona (Hybrid) | ???? Robotics & Automation Unit | Eurecat Technology Center???? What you’ll do : Pioneer dexterous manipulation techniques to push the limits of human–robot collaboration.Develop robots with unparalleled adaptability using Deep Reinforcement Learning and Transformer-based Behaviour Cloning.Turn ideas into robust, production-ready code tested in real environments.Publish, present, and collaborate with the global research community.Drive projects and collaborate with leading industrial and academic partners. We’re looking for : Ph D in Robotics, AI, Computer Vision, or related fields.Strong expertise in Deep Learning applied to robotics.Proficiency in ROS 2, C++, and Python.Creativity, collaboration skills, and a drive to turn research into impact.Willingness to occasionally travel for project meetings and conferences.???? Why Eurecat & Barcelona?Join a team active in Europe’s top R&D projects in manipulation, human–robot interaction, and autonomous systems.Hybrid work, flexible hours, permanent contract, and a benefits package including health insurance, training, language courses, and more.Live and work near Barcelona – a vibrant robotics hub with world-class research groups (like IRI UPC-CSIC, Robotic Intelligence Lab UJI, and many more) and exceptional quality of life.???? About Eurecat : 800+ professionals69 M€ turnover230+ patents & 10 spin-offsOver 200 major R&I projects???? https : / / eurecat.org / en / field-of-knowledge / robotics-automation / ???? Ready to shape the next generation of intelligent robots?Apply now or share with colleagues from top European labs : ???? Learn more & apply : https : / / eurecat.org / eurecat / treballa-amb-nosaltres /