Job Opportunity: Research Fellow in Soft Robotics/Design at NTU

The School of Materials Science & Engineering at NTU invites applications for a Research Fellow position with significant expertise in hardware design and development. The selected candidate will spearhead the innovation of next-generation soft grippers, engineered with physics-guided neural networks. These advanced grippers will showcase optimized functionalities, utilizing ongoing research in actuation, sensing, and cutting-edge fabrication by the SGSR team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and test new advanced soft grippers.
• Develop and execute experiments to collect data for training and optimization.
• Collaborate with various teams to gather data on sensing and actuation.
• Oversee gripper control mechanisms.
• Design and optimize hardware setups for soft grippers relevant to their applications.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Robotics.
• Proficient CAD user (SolidWorks or Fusion 360).
• Evidence of prototype development from concept to implementation (e.g., portfolio).
• Experience with Machine Vision.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python, as well as embedded systems.
• Familiarity with Additive Manufacturing processes.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution

Nanyang Technological University (NTU).

Position Details

Job Title: Research Fellow (Soft Robotics/Design)