Postdoc Research Associate in Machine Learning

Posted:
4/8/2026, 2:51:41 AM

Location(s):
Iowa, United States ⋅ Ames, Iowa, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
AI & Machine Learning

Position Title:

Postdoc Research Associate in Machine Learning

Appointment Type:

Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

This position will involve developing, validating, and deploying machine learning models to predict complex physical phenomena, including physical system trajectories. The research will incorporate uncertainty quantification and model calibration techniques to improve model reliability and interpretability. The postdoctoral associate will play a key role in authoring academic publications and will contribute to, and potentially lead, the preparation of grant proposals.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong expertise in machine learning applied to physical and engineering systems, with advanced programming experience in Python and ML frameworks such as PyTorch and JAX.

Department/Program & College Description:

At VRAC, our mission is clear: “To elevate the synergy between humans and complex interdisciplinary systems to unprecedented levels of performance”. Through our exceptional Human Computer Interaction (HCI) graduate program, we nurture the next generation of visionaries and leaders in the field, providing them with a comprehensive understanding of the intricate relationship between humans and technology. This empowers our students to create intuitive and transformative user experiences that bridge the gap between innovation and practical application.

Department Unit/Website:

VRAC – VRAC Research Center

Proposed Start Date:

May 15, 2026

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

May 15, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Program

Original Posting Date:

April 8, 2026

Posting Close Date:

April 15, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R18951

Iowa State University

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