Post-doc Opening
Adaptive Motion Planning Research Group
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico

About the Research
The Adaptive Motion Planning Research Group is focused on the research of complex robotic systems including molecules such as proteins. Our approach has been to apply adaptive learning techniques in order to solve computationally intensive planning problems. This work has applications in both robotics and computational biology. The focus of this postdoctoral position will be to explore new methodologies in motion planning in order to study binding of immunological proteins. Being able to understand immunological binding is critical to understanding the specificity of immune responses and therefore vaccine research.

This up to three year, annually renewable, position offers an excellent opportunity to be involved in inter-disciplinary research in a growing lab. Strong collaborations exist in between lab scientists in the UNM department of biology and the UNM Medical School and the physical robotics labs in Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Departments.

Desired Skills
Successful candidates will: hold a Ph.D. in computer science or closely related field, excellent skills and experience in motion planning, experience with the development of large integrated software, a demonstrable record of peer reviewed conference and/or journal publications, and a strong expertise in C/C++. The following additional experience is desirable: machine learning, computational biology, and biochemistry. This position provides competitive salary and benefits.

About Albuquerque
The University of New Mexico is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Albuquerque is the largest city in New Mexico and one of the fastest growing cities in the Southwest. Albuquerque is an ethnically diverse city with a rich culture and a location offering unparalleled opportunities for outdoor adventure. The University is located within minutes of the Sandia and Manzano mountain ranges, which offer great opportunities for hiking, biking, rock climbing and skiing.

How to Apply
Please email your application, including cover letter, CV, scanned transcripts, publications, theses, other supporting material, and the contact information for at least three references as a single PDF file with "Application AMP_RG Postdoc" in the subject line to . If you have questions regarding the position, please contact

Lydia Tapia, PhD
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Department of Computer Science
School of Engineering
University of New Mexico
1 University of New Mexico, Mail Stop: MSC01 1130
Albuquerque, NM 87131


The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator. Qualified women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.