How to Apply
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Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students, and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.
Responsibilities*
- Technical development of control algorithms
- Analysis of large-scale datasets, applying control theory, developing real-time control software
- Validation and characterization of the developed control algorithms on hardware with amputee participants
- Project management, including organizing meetings, generate reports, and technology transfer to project sponsors
- Coordinate and mentor students working on long-term project aims
Required Qualifications*
- PhD in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or other closely related field
- Strong track record of publishing in top robotics venues (e.g T-RO, RA-L, T-MECH, ICRA, IROS, etc.)
- Expert knowledge (suggested 4 years experience) of control systems for wearable robotic devices (prostheses, exoskeletons), including extensive hands-on experience developing, deploying, and testing prototype systems
- A fundamental understanding of human biomechanics and the challenges associated with gait after lower-limb amputation
- Experience with the Ossur Power Knee
- Competency in full-stack robotics engineering, including strong programming skills in C/C++, MATLAB, and Python and embedded processors
- Strong written and oral communication skills including development and delivery of presentations, research papers, and technical documents.
- Self-motivated to advance the project and deliver on-time.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.