Research Fellow – Automated Planning & Machine Learning

About the role

The Australian National University is seeking a Research Fellow to join its world‑leading Automated Planning and Machine Learning groups. The role supports the ARC project “AI Planning: The Next Generation” and will develop novel ML‑based techniques to advance state‑of‑the‑art planners for deterministic and uncertain planning scenarios.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement machine‑learning methods to improve automated planners.
• Conduct experiments on deterministic planning and planning under uncertainty.
• Supervise and mentor graduate students working on related topics.
• Publish research findings in top conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with internal and external academic, industry, and open‑source partners.
• Contribute to code bases and open‑source projects within the Automated Planning group.

Required profile

• PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated research experience in Automated Planning.
• Strong interest and knowledge in Machine Learning techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Required skills

• Automated Planning
• Machine Learning
• Deterministic Planning
• Planning under Uncertainty

What we offer

• Fixed‑term appointment until September 2028 with a competitive salary package.
• Access to world‑class research facilities and a vibrant AI research community.
• Opportunities for professional development, conference travel, and industry collaboration.