Postdoctoral researcher
NIST is seeking a self-motivated researcher with experience using high dexterity, multi-finger robot hands. The selected candidate will contribute to projects focused on the research and development of methods for benchmarking robotic grasping and manipulation. The work will include research with multiple commercial robotic grasp-type end-effectors, integration of force sensors at the fingertip, performance testing focused on high-dexterity capabilities such as ‘in-hand manipulation’ and ‘finger force sensitivity’, and forward thinking experimentation and evaluation of new technologies in the field of grasping and manipulation.
More information about the NIST robotics program and the grasping and manipulation work can be found here:
https://www.nist.gov/programs-projects/measurement-science-robotics-and-autonomous-systems
Robotics Research Engineer
Required experience:
- Strong background in robotics and engineering.
- Proficiency in sensor integration, signal processing, and data analysis with robotic systems
- Knowledge of tactile sensing principals and current state-of-the-art technology
- Programming in Python, C++ or equivalent.
- Experience with ROS/ROS2 and MoveIt
Preferred experience:
- Machine learning techniques for force sensing
- Experience in simulation environments such as IsaacSim, Gazeebo, etc.
- Strong communication and technical writing skills
Note: This position has the potential for consideration for full-time employment pursuant to the candidate possessing the proper qualifications and the availability of funds.
- The researcher is expected to be able to work independently.
- They must be able to communicate their goals, needs, and project updates clearly.
- They will be expected to document their work well and be prepared to present findings.
- They will conduct experiments, analyze data, and report/document results through technical publications.