Research Associate in Perceptive Soft Robotics

Closing date: 4 November 2024 at 11:59 PM

Full-time - 35 hours per week.

Planned start date of 1^st March 2025, fixed-term for up to 24 months.

The Opportunity:

This Research Associate position will contribute to the SELECT project within the Institute for Imaging, Data and Communications at the University of Edinburgh, which is funded by ERC and in collaboration with colleagues at multiple overseas institutions.

This role is UE07 and is available on a fixed-term basis for up to 24 months. Please note the planned start date for this role and project is 1^st March 2025. 

A full list of main responsibilities and the knowledge, skills and experience required for the role can be found in the full job description below.

Your skills and attributes for success: 

• A PhD degree in Electronics/Materials Science/Mechanical Engineering
• Strong track record in robotics especially in soft robotics
• Knowledge and experience in flexible sensor fabrication
• Knowledge in control of soft robotic platforms
• Good teamwork and communication skills

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