Research Associate in Intelligent Robotics for Contact-Rich Manufacturing

Job description:

Are you passionate about pioneering the future of manufacturing through intelligent robotics? Join our team at the University of Sheffield!

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a Research Associate in Intelligent Robotics for Contact-Rich Manufacturing in the Digital Manufacturing Group.  In this role, you will develop advanced systems that enable robots to perform complex manufacturing tasks requiring physical interaction with high adaptability and precision. Working at the intersection of robotics, artificial intelligence, and automation, you'll create solutions that address real industrial challenges and transform manufacturing capabilities.

The position is funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) through the “Robotic Skill Transfer and Augmentation for contact-rich tasks in Manufacturing” project (STAMAN). STAMAN is a UK-based manufacturing research programme, established with the aim of advancing the application of robotics in complex manufacturing processes.

As part of this prestigious UK-based research initiative, you'll collaborate with leading experts across academia and industry to advance the application of robotics in complex manufacturing processes.

By joining our world-class team of digital manufacturing researchers, you'll benefit from:

• Regular networking opportunities with consortium partners across the UK
• Professional development activities tailored to your career goals
• Access to state-of-the-art robotics and manufacturing facilities
• The chance to publish in high-impact journals and present at international conferences

The position offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and a 12-month fixed-term contract.

The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to the greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.

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