Staff Scientist in Robotics

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Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation at the Aalto University School of Electrical Engineering is looking for a Staff Scientist in the field of Robotics including robotic perception, navigation and learning.

STAFF SCIENTIST IN ROBOTICS

Are you motivated to work with ambitious research groups and innovative projects in robotics? We offer you a unique opportunity to work in large collaborative, cutting-edge research projects funded by EU, Academy of Finland, and Business Finland as well as close interaction with PhD students, research staff, and industry experts.

Research environment

Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation houses several research groups studying various aspects of robotics and autonomous systems. The staff scientist to be recruited will focus on service and field robotics where the existing research groups are in the process of joining forces to establish joint research infrastructures. The position will be placed in the Intelligent Robotics group lead by prof. Ville Kyrki.  

Your role and goals

The staff scientist position is for an academic staff member who is a specialist in research connected with the use of various robots.

Primary responsibilities of the staff scientist will include:

• Performing demanding research in robotics.

• Coordination and planning of research infrastructure in robotics.

• Preparation and management of research projects.

• Supervision of research, including M.Sc. and doctoral theses.

The expected distribution of work among various duties is 50% research, 20% teaching, and 30% service.

Your experience and ambitions

We seek candidates that

• have a doctoral degree in a relevant field

• have demonstrated evidence of successful research work shown by a strong scientific publication record

• have research experience in robotic perception, navigation and learning

• are motivated in coordinating collaboration across multiple research groups

Additional merits that are considered include:

• A track record of acquiring competitive funding
• Experience in project management or other duties at group/department/university level
• Pedagogical studies and teaching experience

Salary and contract terms

The Staff Scientist position will be initially filled for 3 years, with a possibility to a permanent contract depending on the funding situation and performance evaluation. The starting salary will be set according to department guidelines depending on experience and qualifications. The contract includes occupational health care and social security benefits. The planned starting date is in the summer 2022 but can be negotiated.

Ready to apply?

Please submit your application through our recruiting system by using the "Apply now!" link below. Include the following documents in English in a single PDF-file: 1) motivation letter, 2) CV indicating your skills and experience applicable to the position, including your teaching experience, 3) list of publications (with the 5 most significant publications highlighted), 4) research statement. The application period closes on April 10, 2022.

More information

For additional information, please contact Professor Ville Kyrki, and in recruitment process related questions HR Coordinator Camilla Hanganpää, e-mails: [email protected].

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