Postdoc Position in Autonomous Machine Learning / Computational Modeling of Cognitive Development
The Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies (FIAS) is looking for a
Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d) in Autonomous Machine Learning / Computational Modeling of Cognitive Development
The primary goal is to develop computational models that autonomously learn abstract representations and models of the world from (simulated) physical interactions with their environment.
About FIAS
The Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies (FIAS) is a hub for theoretical and computational research dedicated to solving complex scientific challenges. Our institute is located on the science campus of Goethe University Frankfurt (Campus Riedberg). Our fellows pursue interdisciplinary approaches to address fundamental questions in the various areas of natural sciences with an emphasis on biologically inspired computing. The working language of the institute is English.
Your profile
We are seeking an outstanding and highly motivated postdoc for this position. Applicants should have obtained a PhD in Machine Learning, Cognitive Science, Robotics, or related field. The ideal candidate will have excellent programming and analytic skills and a broad knowledge of machine learning and/or cognitive science. A strong interest in open-ended learning systems and human cognitive development is important.
The position
We offer a 2-year fulltime position in the lab of Prof. Dr. Jochen Triesch https://www.fias.science/de/lebens-und-neurowissenschaften/gruppen/jochen-triesch at the Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies (FIAS). The salary is based on TV-H (E13).
FIAS is committed to fostering a workplace culture that promotes diversity, equality and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation. Severely disabled persons with equal qualifications will be given priority.
Your application
Please submit your application in a single pdf file including:
- a cover letter including the (expected) date of your PhD and your desired starting date,
- a statement of research interests,
- your CV with publication list,
- contact information for at least two references.
by 8 August, 2026 via our online portal.
For further questions, please contact:
Scientific issues:
Prof. Dr. Jochen Triesch (triesch@fias.uni-frankfurt.de)
Administrative issues:
Meike Taplik (hr@fias.uni-frankfurt.de)
Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies (FIAS)
Ruth-Moufang-Str. 1, 60438 Frankfurt am Main
