Swiss Robotics Association

Robotics and AI Institute (Zurich) GmbH

We are the Robotics and AI Institute (RAI Institute), a research-driven organisation dedicated to advancing the foundations and applications of robotics and artificial intelligence. From our Zurich location, we focus on long-horizon, high-impact research that bridges fundamental science and real-world deployment. We operate at the intersection of robotics, machine learning and embodied intelligence, creating an environment where ambitious research ideas can mature into robust, scalable technologies.

We offer...

  • Advancing core research in robotics and artificial intelligence, with emphasis on embodied AI, learning-based control and intelligent autonomous systems.

  • Creating long-term research programmes that allow researchers to tackle complex, open-ended problems beyond the constraints of short project cycles.

  • Building strong links between research, education and real-world impact by collaborating closely with academic institutions and industrial partners.

  • Supporting researchers and students by providing access to advanced infrastructure, interdisciplinary expertise and an international research network.

We are looking for...

  • Researchers and students who want to work on fundamental and applied challenges in robotics and AI within a high-ambition research environment.

  • Academic partners interested in joint research initiatives, shared supervision and knowledge exchange.

  • Industrial collaborators seeking to engage with cutting-edge robotics and AI research with a clear path toward long-term technological impact.