Join the Lab
We are always looking for technically strong, self-motivated students to join our team. Our research focuses on advancing machine learning and artificial intelligence to improve robot learning, human-robot interaction, and multi-agent collaboration.
Prospective Ph.D. Students
If you are applying for the upcoming cycle, please apply directly to the Purdue Computer Science Ph.D. program and mention my name in your application.
Please complete our interest form to express your interest in SCALE Robotics Lab.
We will reach out if there is a strong fit.
Admitted Ph.D. Students
If you have already been admitted to Purdue and are looking for an advisor, please email me directly to set up a meeting.
I am able to directly advise students in the CS department and can co-advise students in other departments (e.g., ME, ECE).
Purdue MS & UG Students
If you are currently at Purdue and are passionate about robotics and AI, we would love to hear from you.
Please complete our interest form to express your interest in SCALE Robotics Lab.
We will reach out if there is a strong fit.
Prospective postdocs: Email rpaleja@purdue.edu with your CV and interests. Candidates are encouraged to apply to external fellowships, such as the IPAI Postdoctoral Fellows Program.