Postdoc: Agentic AI for Self-Driving Lab Systems

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 54,983 - 67,202; Full time

Job summary

Phase2 Technology is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to lead research in agentic AI at the Texas Materials Institute. The role involves developing AI frameworks for autonomous laboratories, mentoring students, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Candidates must hold a relevant Ph.D. and possess strong skills in Python and machine learning. The position offers a salary of $61,093 and is expected to continue until August 31, 2027.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. must be conferred within three years before the start date.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop agentic AI models for experimental workflows.
• Design optimization strategies for real-time experimentation.
• Integrate AI systems with instrument control APIs.

Skills

Python

Machine learning frameworks

Control and optimization

Reinforcement learning

Workflow automation

Multi-agent systems

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Physics or related field

Job description

Phase2 Technology is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to lead research in agentic AI at the Texas Materials Institute. The role involves developing AI frameworks for autonomous laboratories, mentoring students, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Candidates must hold a relevant Ph.D. and possess strong skills in Python and machine learning. The position offers a salary of $61,093 and is expected to continue until August 31, 2027.